With rising international demand for malting barley and malt, Canadian farmers are in a good position to provide premium quality malting barley to the global market. But meeting the quality requirements for barley destined for the malting and brewing sectors can be tricky. Protein levels shouldn’t be too high, but also not too low; plump kernels and high test weight are important; high peeled and broken or presence of DON can disqualify barley from being selected; and barley should be stored carefully to ensure germination levels are maintained. Finally, new accepted production practices can help achieve malt quality and limit disease.
Kristen Phillips
General Manager
Manitoba Ag Days Inc.
coordinator@agdays.com
Ph:204-728-4137
Mailing Address:
33058 PR501
Dufresne, MB R5K 0P3
Christine Roskos
Office Manager
Manitoba Ag Days Inc.
admin@agdays.com
Ph:204-866-4400
Mailing Address:
33058 PR501
Dufresne, MB R5K 0P3