{"product_id":"barley-pearled-biodynamic-5kg","title":"Pearled Barley Biodynamic 5kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis biodynamic pearled barley is grown by Stephen and Tania at Burrum Biodynamics in Marnoo, Victoria. Lightly polished rather than fully pearled, it retains more of the grain while remaining suitable for soups, stews and cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout barley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBarley is a cereal grain traditionally used in soups, stews and grain-based dishes. After harvest, barley has a tough outer hull which is removed to make it edible. From there, further processing determines how the grain behaves in cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis barley is lightly polished, closer to what is traditionally called pot barley. Only part of the outer bran layer has been removed, so the grain retains more structure than fully pearled barley. It takes slightly longer to cook and holds its shape well, making it suitable for slower cooking applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIn Australia, most barley sold for cooking is referred to as pearled barley. This product fits within that category in terms of use, but sits closer to a minimally processed form of the grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the grower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis barley is grown by Stephen and Tania at Burrum Biodynamics in Marnoo, Victoria. They produce certified biodynamic grains using farming methods that focus on soil health, crop rotation and long-term system balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBurrum Biodynamics grows a range of grains as well as lentils as part of its rotation. This approach supports soil structure and allows for a more resilient farming system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes this barley special?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCertified biodynamic barley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown in Marnoo, Victoria by Burrum Biodynamics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eLightly polished (closer to pot barley)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eRetains more of the grain than fully pearled barley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eHolds structure well during cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSingle-origin Australian grain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSoups and slow-cooked dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStews and braises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrain salads (longer cooking, firm texture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAdded to broths for texture and body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCooking as a grain base in place of rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this barley organic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. This barley is certified biodynamic and grown by Burrum Biodynamics in Victoria. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes barley contain gluten?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Barley contains a type of gluten called Hordein and is not suitable for people with coeliac disease. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is this different from regular pearled barley?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis barley is more lightly processed. It retains more of the outer layer than typical pearled barley and therefore takes slightly longer to cook and has a firmer texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I store organic grains?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place in a sealed container. For longer storage, refrigeration can help maintain freshness and reduce the risk of insect infestation.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sovereignfoods.com.au\/blogs\/kitchen-tips-and-information\/managing-pantry-pests\" title=\"Link to the Sovereign Foods Blog about pantry pests\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ebecause the grower rotates their crops each year, so it is not uncommon to find other seeds mixed in with your grain (it shouldn't be too much). Mixed cropping ensures a healthy soil that allows the growers to reduce their dependance on synthetic fertilisers and pesticides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePractice for conventional growers is to poison their paddocks before planting the new season crops to ensure old season crops don’t come through, being an organic crop, this is thankfully not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burrum Biodynamics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52887160717423,"sku":"BLY-PLD-BB-5KG","price":26.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Australian_grown_organic_barley_5kg_bd9cce85-c88f-4bc1-b533-9907272c0c23.jpg?v=1776036685","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/barley-pearled-biodynamic-5kg","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}