Barley

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Boosts poor soils.

Builds organic matter quickly.[/info_list_item][info_list_item icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^489|url^https://birdagronomics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/barley-tn.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^barley-tn|description^null”]Barley is known for it’s quick establishment and ability to rejuvenate poor soils with a root system that can commonly reach 6.5 feet deep. It prefers well-drained soils. It is somewhat hardy, but not necessarily as hardy as rye.

Type: Nutrient Scavenger (Grass)

Planting Timing: Sept. 1- Nov. 1

Seeding Rate:

Precision: 40 lb/ac
Drill: 50 lb/ac
Broadcast: 60 lb/ac

Seeds/lb: ~14,000

Planting Depth: 1 – 1.5 in[/info_list_item][/info_list]

Benefits of Barley

Nitrogen Fixer: n/a
Nutrient Scavenger: Excellent
Soil Builder: Excellent
Compaction Relief

Topsoil: Excellent
Subsoil: Good

Erosion Control: Excellent
Residue Decomposition: Slow
Weed Suppression: Excellent
Grazing: Excellent
Forage Value: Good
Attracts Beneficial Insects: Poor