Barley 'Grain' is a striking representative of cereal crops belonging to the species Hordeum vulgare L. This is a large-grain, intensive type variety developed by the Institute of Plant Physiology named after V. Ya. Yuryev of NAAN and registered in the State Register of Varieties of Ukraine in 2019. It is recommended for cultivation in the Forest Steppe and Polissia regions. Plants reach a height of 65–75 cm, with a thousand-grain weight of 52–54 g, and protein content ranging from 12.5% to 13.5%. 'Grain' exhibits high resistance to lodging, as well as to diseases such as powdery mildew, rust, and fungal spot diseases. The potential yield of this variety reaches 10 tons per hectare, making it attractive for farmers focused on high production performance.
Barley is an annual grass belonging to the family Poaceae, native to northeastern China and Mongolia. Barley grains are used to produce flour, grits, and flakes, and are also used for sprouting, which significantly enhances their nutritional value. Barley sprouts have a milky-nutty flavor and contain an optimal balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and B vitamins. They are rich in soluble fiber, vitamins E and K, and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, sulfur, silicon, chromium, zinc, fluorine, and iodine. Sprouting increases the content of vitamin C and antioxidants, thereby enhancing the product's beneficial properties.
Barley sprouts possess coating, cholagogue, and diuretic effects, aid in toxin elimination, and exhibit toning, strengthening, and anti-inflammatory actions. They are recommended for hypovitaminosis, chronic gastrointestinal disorders, iron-deficiency anemia, nervous system exhaustion, diabetes, and recovery after illness. Barley sprouts are also effective for kidney diseases, tuberculosis, thyroid disorders, gallstone disease, hepatitis, and thrombosis. Regular consumption contributes to normalization of metabolism, blood formation, immune system enhancement, improved digestion, and slowed aging processes. Sprouted barley grains are especially beneficial for children, elderly individuals, pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as those engaged in intensive mental and physical labor.
