Barley Collection (page 10)

Cls Mega combine harvester, harvesting Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, Sweden

Cls combine harvester, harvesting Barley (Hordeum vulgare) Flagon crop, in coastal farmland with Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm in background, Norfolk, England, August

Field boundry wildlife strip with stones, at edge of arable field with Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, August

Maize (Zea mays) crop, growing in field margin at edge of Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, Herefordshire, England, June

Winter Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, ears ripening in field, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, August

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, with team of workers rogueing weeds from field, Fochabers, Moray, Scotland, August

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, ripening plants with tractor tracks in field, Sweden

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, harvested grain in trailer, Sweden, september

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, interior of combine harvester cab, harvesting ripe field, Sweden, september

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) windblown crop, ripening in field at evening, Sweden, july

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, farmer testing harvested grain with moisture tester, Sweden, september

Farmer pulling Wild Oats (Avena sp. ) weeds from unripe Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, Sweden
Farmer pulling Wild Oats (Avena sp.) weeds from unripe Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, Sweden

Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense) seedheads, Common Ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) and Comon Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) flowering

Barley and vegetable casserole, close-up

Ingredients for casserole, chopped carrots and onions, sprig of parsley, two cloves of garlic and barley seeds

Barley and vegetable casserole, close-up

Australia, Tasmania, Hobart, Cascade Brewery, Dry barley with scoop

Pearl barley

Barley flour, close-up, view from above

Piles of cereal grains, corn, millet, cane sugar, rice, oats, barley, rye, wheat

Bowl of soup containing barley, chestnuts, shiitake mushrooms, onions and wakame seaweed

Heaps of dry horse and pony food on ground

Barley

Ears of wheat, barley and oat, close-up

Grains of barley

Lithuania, near Druskininkai, field of barley at Liskiava

Bowl of lentil soup with barley

A bowl of Scotch Broth, containing pearl barley and vegetables, view from above

Ear of barley (Hordeum vulgare)

Grains of barley

Metal scoop containing barley grain

Plate of stew containing meat, vegetables and pearl barley

Statue depicting woman filtering barley to make beer
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V. Statue depicting a woman filtering barley to make beer

Barley, corn and palm nuts, about 1450 BC
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Fruits and pulses, about 1450 b.C. Detail with barley, corn and palm nuts

Wood blewit and barley salad served in bowl, close-up

Ingredients for vegetable soup, including chopped carrots and onions, fresh parsley, garlic, and barley seeds, close-up

Pile of pearl barley

Healthy foods C014 / 1142
Healthy foods. Assorted selection of foods that are considered healthy

Assorted cereal grains C014 / 1505
Assorted cereal grains

Brome mosaic virus capsid, molecular model. This plant virus infects grasses, especially brome grasses, and also barley. It causes mosaic patches of discolouration

Food groups C014 / 1143
Food groups. Assorted selection of foods, including: vegetables, pulses (beans), pasta, meat, shellfish, dairy products, fruits, spices, eggs, honey and bread

Assorted grains and flour C015 / 8085
Assorted grains and flour. These are, from left to right: barley, millet, rye, oat, corn (maize), buckwheat, and wheat

Food groups C014 / 1140
Food groups. Assorted selection of foods that contain high levels of protein (left) and carbohydrates (right). Those containing carbohydrates include: pasta, potatoes, bread, rice

Food groups C014 / 1141
Food groups. Assorted selection of foods that contain high levels of protein (right) and carbohydrates (left), with those considered neutral (centre)

Food groups C014 / 1144
Food groups. Assorted selection of foods in a basket, including: vegetables, pulses (beans), pasta, meat, fish, dairy products, fruits, spices, eggs, honey and bread

Cereal crop products C014 / 1134
Cereal crop products. Seen here are the ears, grain and flour of (from left to right) barley, oat, wheat and rye

Barley C014 / 1129
Barley (Hordeum vulgare). Seen here are: ears of barley (top), barley grain (centre), rolled barley (bottom left) and barley flour (left)

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Cereal crop products. Seen here are the ears, grain and flour of (from left to right) barley, oat, wheat and rye

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"Barley: A Versatile Grain Connecting Past and Present" Step into the world of barley, a grain that has been intertwined with human civilization for centuries. Just like its close relatives wheat and rice, barley holds a special place in our diets and agricultural practices. In Victorian times, botanical illustrations showcased the beauty of this humble crop. Its golden hues and delicate structure were captured with meticulous detail, reminding us of nature's artistry. Fast forward to modern times, where technology meets tradition on the fields. John Deere combine harvesters work tirelessly to gather bountiful barley crops, filling trailers pulled by tractors with grains that will nourish many. Even advertisements from Meccano featuring Barley & Son in Bath celebrated the importance of this staple food. It was a testament to how deeply ingrained barley is in our lives. From Suffolk to Western Canada, farmers have long relied on harvesting techniques to ensure an abundant yield. The Ceres/Demeter Crane of 1889 symbolized not only prosperity but also the connection between agriculture and mythology – just as Jesus fed thousands with loaves made from barley. Nature's canvas comes alive when poppies bloom amidst ripening barley fields under the warm sun haze on Dartmoor Devon's horizon. This picturesque scene reminds us of both the beauty and sustenance that come from farming these crops. Tractors become companions during harvest time as they assist in reaping what has been sown. Their presence signifies progress while honoring age-old traditions passed down through generations. Traveling across borders takes us to Barley Cove near Crookhaven in West Cork, Republic of Ireland – a place where stunning landscapes meet fertile soil. Here, we witness firsthand how geography shapes cultivation methods and influences flavors unique to each region. Barley may be just one grain among many, but its versatility knows no bounds. Whether it's used for brewing beer or creating hearty soups and stews, this resilient crop has stood the test of time.