LAUREATE is a high yielding spring barley with full approval for brewing and malt distilling. This non-GN variety was the most widely grown spring malting barley in Scotland for harvest 2019 and was a major variety in England for harvest 2020.
Variety Overview
End-use group: Full MBC Approval for Brewing and Distilling
Market options: MBC Approval for Brewing and Distilling. Contracts available across England and Scotland.
Regional positioning: Performs well in all regions
Soil preference: Suitable for all soil types
Agronomics: Strong disease profile
Parentage: Sanette x Concerto
Key features: LAUREATE is a high yielding spring barley with full approval for brewing and malt distilling. This non-GN variety was the most widely grown spring malting barley in Scotland for harvest 2021 and was a major variety in England. It is the most purchased variety by maltsters with strong contracts available throughout the UK.
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