Grains & Cereals· Triticum spelta
Spelt is an ancient hulled wheat species that was a staple grain in Europe from the Bronze Age through the medieval period. It has seen a revival due to its nutty flavor, higher protein content than common wheat, and suitability for organic farming systems.
Mejores tipos de suelo: loam, clay loam, silt loam
Rango de pH: 5.5 - 7.5 (óptimo: 6.5)
Drenaje: moderate
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Spelt requires dehulling after harvest, which adds a processing step. Factor in dehulling equipment or contract services in your budget.
Lower nitrogen inputs are sufficient compared to modern wheat; excessive nitrogen increases lodging risk due to spelt's tall straw.
The tough hull protects grain in storage, reducing insect damage. Store unhulled for longer shelf life.
Spelt typically takes 150 days from planting to harvest. Seeds germinate in about 7 days. The best planting season is fall.
Spelt grows best in loam, clay loam, silt loam soil with a pH of 5.5-7.5. Moderate drainage is required.
Spelt grows best at 10-22°C. Frost tolerance: high. Heat tolerance: low.
Spelt yields approximately 3,500 kg/hectare under good conditions.
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