Limagrain Cereal Seeds A new standard for malting barley Limagrain Cereal Seeds (LCS) is a U.S. based small grains breeding company with research stations located across the United States. As the lead-off partner in craft brewing supply chains, we understand how important it is for farmers, maltsters and brewers to begin with only the highest quality elite malting barley varieties. The parent company of LCS, Group Limagrain, is an international agricultural cooperative with cereal breeding programs located in every area of the world where barley is widely grown. Through the exchange of elite...

Craft Barley Greater levels of mouthfeel Answering the call The explosion of craft beer into the North American brewing industry has created a new kind of demand on raw material producers and the supply chains in which they operate. Per barrel, craft brewers use more of everything — and the incredible spectrum of high quality beers they produce show this. Higher ABV content, pronounced flavor profiles and greater levels of mouthfeel are just a few ways these artisans use raw materials to meet the demand of a consumer base that is accustomed to being regularly blown away by amazing new styles of...

Key quality attributes defined Total protein: The protein content desired for all-malt styles of beer is generally more than a point lower than for adjunct beers. Higher protein barley can reduce extract availability and create a need for increased conversion times. Levels of protein under 9.5% can negatively impact enzymatic activity and yeast health. Free amino nitrogen (FAN): While FAN plays an important role in the creation of any style of beer as a nutrient supporting yeast health, excess levels remaining post fermentation can negatively impact the flavor stability of beer. FAN levels are...

Pictured: Concerto Malting Limagrain Nederland Extract-forward spring barley Mark Glew Senior Barley Breeder The Limagrain UK barley breeding program is the most successful barley breeding program in the United Kingdom. Based in Rothwell, Lincolnshire and led by Senior Barley Breeder Mark Glew, Limagrain UK has a long track record of producing 2-row barley varieties with superior agronomic and malting performance. The extract-forward breeding program focuses on developing varieties suited for all-malt styles of beer and spirits. Limagrain UK is particularly adept at breeding varieties that are...

With a malting profile tailored for the craft industry and yield levels comparable with feed varieties, LCS Genie is a favorite of brewers, maltsters and farmers alike. Dependable SnTact Recommended Beta-glucan ~ variety by the American Malting content consistently Barley Association (AMBA) under 100 ppm Matting Specifications 1 LCS data, obtained from Hartwick College: hartwick.edu/about-us/centers-institutes/center-for-craft-food-and-beverage/ 2 Data obtained from Montana State University: plantsciences.montana.edu/crops/index.html 3 Data obtained from Michigan State University: msue.anr.msu.edu/topic/malting_barley/research 4...

Growing LCS Genie Yield & Protein Content 2-Year OSU 2016 UI North 3-Year UI South 2016 MSU (MT) Irrigated 2016 MSU (MT) Dryland Associated protein content: 11.8% LCS Genie <80.8bu/ac yield_ Associated protein content: 12.6% LCS Genie Trial Avg. ^59.1bu/ac Associated protein content: 13.8% LCS Genie Trial Avg. ^80.3 bu/ac Associated protein content: 12.2% 84.3bu/ac yield LCS Genie Trial Avg. 111.7bu/ac 121.0 bu/ac yield Associated protein content: N/A LCS Genie <131.7bu/ac yield Trial Avg. ^126.3bu/ac Associated protein content: 11.5% Associated protein content: 10.0% 127.3bu/ac yield LCS...

An Adventure in Craft Barley LCS Odyssey is a must-have variety for distillers, as it is the only malting barley variety available in the United States today rated as non-GN (zero glycosidic nitrile content). Areas of Adaptation Primary Q Secondary Non-producer of GN (glycosidic nitrile) #1 choice for cereal cyst nematode resistance Highest yielding variety in 2016 Montana State University trials Single-season use grower agreement required. Malting & Brewing LCS Odyssey Malting Specifications 1 LCS data, obtained from Hartwick College: hartwick.edu/about-us/centers-institutes/center-for-craft-food-and-beverage/ 2...

Agronomic Features Yield & Protein Content University of Idaho South Oregon State Associated protein content: 11.8% Associated protein content: 12.6% LCS Odyssey Trial Avg. 59.1bu/ac Associated protein content: 13.6% LCS Odyssey Trial Avg. ^80.3 bu/ac Associated protein content: 12.5% Associated protein content: N/A Associated protein content: 11.5% Associated protein content: 10.0% Michigan State LCS Odyssey Trial Avg. ^86.6bu/ac Associated protein content: 11.7% Associated protein content: 10.9% Washington State Data sets are available in their entirety at individual university websites....

LCS ViolettaMalting & Brewing LCS Violetta Malting Specifications Areas of Adaptation Bred for the Craft Spectrum Excellent adaptation to the Eastern U.S., but grown as far west as Oklahoma. A combination of superior yield and a strong craft beer profile. Malt House Analysis' 1 LCS data, obtained from Hartwick College: hartwick.edu/about-us/centers-institutes/center-for-craft-food-and-beverage/ 2 Data obtained from Winter Malting Barley Trial (WMBT): triticeaetoolbox.org/barley/ Single-season use grower agreement required.

Agronomic Features WMBT Atlantic Coast' WMBT West Appalachian' LCS Violetta Trial Avg. LCS Violetta Trial Avg. WMBT Upper Midwest ' Virgina Tech 3-Year Agronomic Summary 2 Virgina Tech Disease Summary 2 1 Data compiled from Winter Malting Barley Trial (WMBT) 2016 & 2015 crop years Full data sets available: https://triticeaetoolbox.org/barley/ 2 Data compiled from VT Cooperative Extension 2016 Small Grains Report Full data sets available: pubs.ext.vt.edu/category/grains.html 3 DON and FHB scores obtained from inoculated nurseries to simulate heavy pressure *Days off mean of trial 20 Single-season...