Jau (barley)
Jau
Jau (barley)

Barley, known as Jau in Hindi, is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world. It belongs to the grass family Poaceae and has been a staple food and fodder crop for thousands of years. Barley is highly valued for its adaptability, nutritional benefits, and wide range of uses in food, beverages, and animal feed. Barley (Jau) is a highly nutritious and versatile grain with applications in food, beverages, and industry. Its high adaptability makes it an essential crop for both human consumption and animal feed. With growing awareness of its health benefits, barley’s demand is expected to rise, making it a valuable crop for farmers and businesses alike.

Hulled Barley – Contains the outer husk but retains the bran and germ, making it highly nutritious.

Pearl Barley – Processed to remove the husk and bran, commonly used in soups and stews.

Barley Flour – Ground form of barley used in baking and food products.

Malt Barley – Specially grown and processed for brewing beer and making malt products.

Feed Barley – Used as livestock fodder due to its high energy content.