How Is Barley Stored

Grain stores best if it is cool, dry and clean. The recommended maximum moisture content for storage of clean, sound barley during warm summer temperatures is 12%. Barley can be stored at slightly higher moisture contents if it is kept cool.

How long can you store barley grain?

Intact Whole Grain (berries or groats)BarleyPantry: 6 months Freezer: 1 yearBrown/colored ricePantry: 6 months Freezer: 1 yearBuckwheatPantry: 2 months Freezer: 4 monthsCorn/PopcornPantry: 6 months Freezer: 1 year

What moisture can you store barley?

The allowable storage time is about 25 days for 18% moisture barley at 70°F, 35 days at 17%, and 50 days at 16%. The allowable storage time is about 13 days for 18% at 78°F, 17 days at 17% and 35 days at 16%.