08/17/2026
At Field Day, we shared our work evaluating 50 hulless barley varieties for beta-glucans, protein, and yield.
Beta-glucans are a type of soluble fiber associated with lowering bad cholesterol and inflammation, making barley an exciting crop to study through a food-as-medicine lens.
The trial also looks at how barley might work alongside Kamut, comparing their health-supporting qualities individually and in combination.
This spring, the varieties were planted at three different times to better understand how seeding date affects yield and beta-glucan levels. This allows us to identify varieties and management practices that can support both human health and agricultural viability.
