FACTS #16 – Spring barley – a race against the season

Spring Barley is one of the fastest growing crops with a vegetation period of only 100 to 130 days. The short growing season, a shallow root system, and strict specifications from maltsters require a tailored nutrient supply to ensure economical production of a high quality crop. This Pure Nutrient fact deals with the impact of plant nutrition on crop growth, yield and quality of spring sown barley for malting and feeding.