Beardless Barley is a dependable cool-season cover crop seed grown for fast biomass, soil protection, and versatile field use. This annual cereal grain establishes quickly, helping cover bare ground, compete with weeds, and reduce erosion while contributing generous organic matter back to the soil. It is especially useful for growers looking for a straightforward cover crop that can also serve in hay, grazing, or grain systems.This variety is referred to as beardless because its seed heads do not carry the long, bristly awns—or “beards”—seen on many traditional barley types. That smoother head structure is part of what sets it apart. With quick germination and strong early growth, Beardless Barley is a practical choice for building biomass in a short period of time. It is also well adapted to higher elevations and regions with cold, short growing seasons, making it a reliable option where other cereal grains may be less flexible. Application Rate: 60-90 lb/acre Inoculant: Not required. This is a nonlegume cover crop and does not rely on Rhizobium bacteria for nitrogen fixation. Germination: 7-10 Days Plant Height: 4' Days to Maturity: 60 - 80 Days Uses: Great for adding lots of organic matter or biomass in a short amount of time. They provide erosion control, weed competition and are suitable for grazing or for grain production. Facts to Note: Adapted to high altitudes with cold & short growing seasons, barley can be grown further north than any other cereal grain.
