GrowBarley

A trusted resource for barley farmers across Canada

GrowBarley

A trusted resource for barley farmers across Canada

GrowBarley

A trusted resource for barley farmers across Canada

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GROWBARLEY is a national online platform which serves to educate and inform farmers and customers about the benefits of Canadian barley as a key aspect of a profitable and sustainable crop rotation.

We serve the Canadian barley industry by providing strong connections between farmers, value-added industries, and customers.

average tonnes of barley produced in 2012

average tonnes produced in Canada in 2016

Crop Production Strategies

Whether you are growing barley for the first time or need some updated information on how to successfully manage your crop, these resources will help you acheive peak performance.

Variety Selection

Variety

Make educated choices about your feed, food, or malt barley varieties

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Seeding Strategies

Seeding

Get your barley crop off to the best possible start with sound seeding strategies

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Nutrient Management

Nutrients

Form a nutrient management plan to keep your barley crop at peak performance

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Integrated Pest Management

Pests

Tips and resources to help barley farmers avoid insects, weeds and disease

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Harvest Strategies

Harvest

Keep a close eye on your barley crop as you prepare to dry, cut and store your grain

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Storage and Delivery

Storage

Lengthen the time you can store your crop safely with these conditioning techniques

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Featured Farmer - July 2017

Farmer Profile

Canadian farmers sharing their barley success stories

Brian Otto

Warner, Alberta, Canada

Brian Otto and his wife Carolyn operate a third generation family farm east of Warner, Alberta, traditionally growing barley, triticale, safflower, and lentils on their 4,200 acre dryland farm. Brian has extensive training and experience in agriculture, sitting on numerous review and advisory committees which advocate for helping promote barley production. Brian was an honourary recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for forward-thinking, compassionate and caring individuals in the spirit of agriculture.

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