Fairway spring feed barley

On Par with Leading Malt Varieties

Fairway is a high yielding feed spring barley, performing on par with the leading quality barley varieties. Fairway performs well in all regions, producing yields above RGT Planet and Laureate.


With the added benefits of stiff straw, good brackling resistance and early maturity, Fairway should appeal to growers who want to manage their inputs and grow for feed.

Regional Yields
East T Yield (7.3 t/ha) 104
West T Yield (7.1 t/ha) 103
North T Yield (7.8 t/ha) 104

Source: AHDB Spring Barley RL 2022

Grain Quality
Specific weight (kg/hl) 65.6
Screenings % (< 2.25mm) 1.2
Screenings % (<2.5mm) 3.1
Annual Treated Yields
2019 (7.8 t/ha) 104
2020 (7.5 t/ha) 103
2021 (7.6 t/ha) 106
Agronomics
Resistance to lodging (no PGR) 7
Straw height (cm) 70
Ripening (days +/- RGT Planet) -1
Resistance to brackling 8
Disease Resistance
Mildew 9
Brown rust 3
Rhynchosporium [3]

Source:AHDB Spring Barley RL 2022