THE ANCIENT GRAIN FOR MODERN TIMES
Black Barley is a delicious ancient grain that is low GI and contains high amount of protein, fibre, vitamin B6 and phosphorus. It offers a nutty taste and unique texture. The beauty of this grain is that it is hull-less and is the only cereal grain that does not require further post-harvest processing, you just soak and eat or cook from paddock to plate. This is how it maintains its wholegrain health potential, coupled with the environmental benefit of less energy required for growing and processing the final product.
16 – 19%
protein, exceeding the likes
of wheat, oats and quinoa.
100%
wholegrain
THE ANCIENT GRAIN FOR MODERN TIMES
Black Barley is a delicious ancient grain that is low GI and contains high amount of protein, fibre, vitamin B6 and phosphorus. It offers a nutty taste and unique texture. The beauty of this grain is that it is hull-less and is the only cereal grain that does not require further post-harvest processing, you just soak and eat or cook from paddock to plate. This is how it maintains its wholegrain health potential, coupled with the environmental benefit of less energy required for growing and processing the final product.
16 – 19%
protein, exceeding the likes
of wheat, oats and quinoa.
100%
wholegrain
Black Barley Australia is in a truly unique position in the Western Australian Agriculture market. We are the only current grower of the ‘Ancient Grain’ in Australia.
OUR STORY
Black Barley Australia was founded by Roger Duggan, who sourced just 160 grams of ancient grain from university seed banks. In 2016, Roger partnered with the Department of Agriculture to scale up the seed under strict quality assurance protocols at their research station in Western Australia.
Roger brought this rare grain back to life on his family farm in New Norcia, where it continues to be grown today.
Following Roger’s passing in January 2025, the Duggan family and farming community remain committed to carrying forward his vision with the same care, integrity, and innovation that shaped Black Barley Australia from the very beginning.
Black Barley Australia is in a truly unique position in the Western Australian Agriculture market. We are the only current grower of the ‘Ancient Grain’ in Australia.
OUR STORY
Black Barley Australia was founded by Roger Duggan, who sourced just 160 grams of ancient grain from university seed banks. In 2016, Roger partnered with the Department of Agriculture to scale up the seed under strict quality assurance protocols at their research station in Western Australia.
Roger brought this rare grain back to life on his family farm in New Norcia, where it continues to be grown today.
Following Roger’s passing in January 2025, the Duggan family and farming community remain committed to carrying forward his vision with the same care, integrity, and innovation that shaped Black Barley Australia from the very beginning.
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING, UNIQUE GRAINS THAT I’VE TASTED IN AUSTRALIA. IT HAS A WONDERFUL
CHEWY-LIKE TEXTURE AND A DELICIOUS NUTTY FLAVOUR. THE GRAIN STANDS ALONE, JUST DRESSED SIMPLY
WITH OLIVE OIL AND SALT, OR WORKED INTO MANY DIFFERENT SALADS OR DISHES.
ANDREW MCCONNELL
IN THE MEDIA
FEATURED IN MASTERCHEF
Black Barley was part of the pantry in 10’s
MasterChef, S11, episode 53.
Watch episode here»
WA’S FIRST BLACK BARLEY WINS GOLD
The West Australian
Read article here»
MARINE BIOLOGIST STRIKES
GOLD WITH BLACK BARLEY
AT THE RESTAURANTS
Black Barley currently graces the tables of such restaurants as Bennelong, Attica, Cumulus inc and Cumulus up, Wildflower, The Quay to name a few.
CONTACT
Please feel free to get in touch with enquiries.
0400 891 837
