Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is a fast-growing, cool-season cereal grain valued for its versatility in food, forage, and cover cropping. It features upright stalks with slender leaves and distinctive seed heads that produce plump, golden grains. Barley is known for its adaptability to a wide range of soils and climates, making it a reliable crop for both small-scale gardens and large agricultural operations.
