R-110.11.730 [2016-03] Incomplete Lateral Husk Closure in Barley

Aside from the customary rapid analysis methods for water and protein as well as physical tests, the visual inspection of barley, i.e., the evaluation of the external characteristics of the grain, also remains a meaningful method for assessing barley.

Application/Purpose

This method describes how to determine whether a lot of barley has kernels with incomplete lateral husk closure as part of visual and manual inspection processes.

Scope of Application

Barley intended for the production of malt; therefore, the kernels are to be evaluated on the basis of the characteristics described below.

Principle

Visual assessment

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