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Welcome
to the Idaho Barley Commission web site! 

IBC is a self-governing agency of  the State of Idaho that serves to enhance the profitability of the Idaho barley growers through research, market development, promotion, information and education.  This is accomplished by identifying and fully utilizing available resources and organizations to promote and further develop the barley industry in the state of Idaho.

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Weekly Market Report
 

July 2, 2009

BARLEY – Local barley prices were lower, ranging from $.50 to $1.50 lower this week. USDA reported no barley export sales last week. Barley export shipments totaled .1 TMT for Mexico.

USDA Acreage Estimate for Barley (June 30) – USDA pegged U.S. barley acreage at 4.13 million and harvested acreage at 3.64 million, up nearly 4%.  Idaho barley harvested acreage is pegged at 520,000, down 5% from 2007.   

USDA Quarterly Stocks Report (June 30)USDA pegged U.S. barley stocks on June 1 at 88.6 million bu, up 30% from a year ago.  The March-May 2009 indicated disappearance is 40.5 million bu, down 4% from the same period a year ago. Idaho barley stocks on June 1 are pegged at 12,115,000 bu, up 8% from a year ago.

Archived Reports can be found here >>>

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Monthly Idaho Barley Newsbrief:

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Idaho Barley Report: >>>

Semi-annual print newsletter from the Idaho Barley Commission.

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Idaho Grain Magazine: >>>

Idaho barley features.

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U.S. Grains Council’s international market development programs benefit Idaho barley:

 The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) is a private, non-profit partnership of producers and agribusinesses committed to exporting U.S. barley, corn, grain sorghum and their co-products, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. and nine international offices.  With financial support from state grain check-offs, agribusinesses and federal matching funds from the USDA, the Council operates a nearly $27 million market development program in more than 50 countries around the world. 

USGC & IBC team up with Idaho Governor in Taiwan

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2008 Small Grains Report (annual variety performance evaluation) is available on-line at:

http://www.ag.uidaho.edu/scseidaho/sgr/SGR_index.htm

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ACRE Calculator Tools Available.

USDA Farm Service Agency has created new spreadsheet calculator tools to help a producer determine whether participation in the new ACRE farm support program makes sense for his individual farming operation.  This new on-line tool can be accessed at: http://www.fsa.usda.gov/FSA/webapp?area=home&subject=dccp&topic=landing.

 Click here to access Idaho specific yield and guarantee data for various crops.  

 Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) program is an alternative to the traditional countercyclical program. 

Key points:

  • Enrollment is optional but once a producer signs up for ACRE, it is an irrevocable decision for the remainder of this farm bill (through 2012).  All program crops grown on the same farm must be enrolled under the same program.

  • Original sign-up deadline for 2009 has been extended August 14.  Final price guarantee will be announced June 29.   

  • If enrolled in ACRE, there is a reduction of 20% in direct payment and 30% reduction in loan rate. 

  • Two triggers - State and Farm - must be met to generate a support payment under ACRE. State and Farm triggers involve guaranteed revenue levels that are based on national average prices (two-year average), state-average yields and farm-level yields.         

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Latest News from the Idaho Barley Commission

2009 Board Meeting Minutes:

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Barley Foods:

Make Every Bite Count with Barley

A diet rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables is strongly recommended by health professionals as a natural way to combat the rising incidence of chronic health diseases, like diabetes and obesity.  The USDA Food Pyramid specifically recommends that Americans eat at least 3 ounces of grains per day, with half of those as “whole” grains. Clinical studies have shown that the consumption of whole grains helps reduce the risk of hypertension, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers and cardiovascular disease, while also promoting satiety and weight control.

Find out more about USDA’s nutritional recommendations at www.mypyramid.gov.  You can get assistance with personalized healthy menu planning at this website.

Barley is a whole grain and is packed with good nutrition. This centuries-old grain contains fiber, vitamins and minerals; is slim on fat; and, like all plant products, is cholesterol-free. 

Get the Facts on Barley Nutrition…

Barley is a great source of dietary fiber and actually contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.  Soluble fiber is effective in lowering blood cholesterol and can reduce the risk of heart disease.  Soluble fiber is also beneficial in slowing the absorption of sugar and reducing the risk for developing type 2 or non-insulin-dependent diabetes.  The insoluble fiber found in barley may be beneficial in helping the body maintain regular bowl function.  Insoluble fiber may also help lower the risk for certain cancers such as colon cancer.

DISCOVER BGLIFE BARLEY…

BGLife barley, a special type of barley developed by WestBred LLC of Bozeman, MT, is available as a food ingredient, as well as a consumer-ready hot cereal mix. BGLife Barley contains higher levels of beta-glucan fiber than malting and feed barley varieties.  This fiber has been shown to have a positive impact on total and LDL cholesterol, blood glucose control, insulin response, blood pressure, satiety and weight control.  Visit their website at www.bglifebarley.com.

Governor Otter Touts Food Barley Health Benefits and Economic Opportunity:

“The opportunities look tremendous for this new type of food barley, both for export as well as for largely untapped domestic markets,” said Governor Otter.  “From my vantage point, BGLife Barley is a tremendous win for regional farmers who have new value-added markets, and for our consumers, particularly those with heart and diabetic risk factors.”

Lewiston Press conference June 24, 2008

NEW RECIPE IDEAS just in time for summer…

BUY YOUR BARLEY SOUPS FROM KAUFFMAN FARM…

You can purchase dry packages of “Hearty Idaho Barley Soup” from Clark Kauffman, a barley producer and food entrepreneur based in Filer, ID.  Visit his website at http://kauffmanfarm.com/index.htm

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Contact Us:
Idaho Barley Commission
821 W State Street, Boise, ID 83702     PHONE: 208-334-2090  FAX: 208-334-2335

kolson@idahobarley.org

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