barley grain

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The seed of the barley plant.

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  • The farmer carefully inspected the quality of the barley grain.
  • Each barley grain is analyzed for its protein content.
  • Ancient civilizations used barley grain not just for food, but also as a form of currency.
  • For this soup, you'll need one cup of whole barley grain.
  • The brewing process starts with malting the barley grain.
  • The chickens in the farmyard were pecking at scattered barley grains.
  • A single barley grain contains a wealth of nutrients.
  • After harvesting, the barley grain is stored in dry silos to prevent mold.
  • Scientists are studying the genetic makeup of wild barley grain to improve modern crops.
  • The rough husk protecting the barley grain is known as the hull.