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Barley (Sprouts)

Facts about Barley
The taste
Mild, sweet
Germination
12 days
Growth until harvest
2 - 3 days
Nitrogen requirements
low - weak eater
pH range
6.0 - 7.0   suitable plants
Ec - area
1.2 - 1.6   suitable fish
Size
up to 3 cm
Barley sprouts
Cultivation
Soaking the seeds
soak for 8 to 12 hours   
Growth medium
- Stainless steel sprout sieve 
 - Sprouts made of glass or plastic 
 - Trays, perforated, different sizes available 
Light
not necessary, dark germs 
Germination temperature
21°C
irrigation
- Flood and drain 2 to 3 times a day, spray superficially with water spray in the morning and evening if seeds are dry 
Preferred system
Ebb - flood systems
Nutritional values ​​per 100g
Calories
352 kcal 
Carbohydrates
77g 
Potassium
280 mg 
Vitamin C
0 mg 
Fat
1.2g 
Proteins
9g 
Fibers 
15 mg 
Sodium
15 mg 
Calcium
29 mg 
Iron 
2.5 mg 
Steps of cultivation
  1. First wash the seeds briefly and then place them in clear, cool water  
  2. Soak for 8 to 12 hours 
  3. After soaking, transfer the seeds to the sprouting container of your choice 
  4. The sprouts must be soaked with water 2 to 3 times every day and then turned so that air can circulate 
  5. After 2 to 3 days, the seeds will sprout and are ready to harvest
  6. Wash the sprouts with cool, clear water after harvesting and store them in a cool place 

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Sprouts