Grains
Organic Rye
Rye grown under organic production conditions; a versatile grain raw material that, thanks to its distinctive aroma and its fibre and carbohydrate content, can be used in flour and bakery products as well as in feed and other grain-based applications.
General Information
Organic Rye is a grain raw material grown in accordance with organic production standards that can be used in both the food and the animal feed sectors depending on its intended use. Its grain structure and characteristic composition make it suitable for different milling and processing applications.
In the food sector it can be milled for flour production, while in the feed sector it can be included in the rations of different animal species in cracked or ground form. Its use is determined by the product’s quality characteristics and the buyer’s technical requirements.
Uses
Organic Rye can be used in various applications, above all in the food and animal feed sectors.
Main uses:
- In organic rye flour production
- In the production of bread and other bakery products
- In grain-based food products
- In organic compound feed production
- In cattle, sheep, goat and poultry rations
- Cracked or ground in animal feeding applications
The way the product is used and its inclusion rate should be determined according to the target product, quality criteria, animal species and feeding purpose, and the characteristics of the other raw materials.
Analytical constituents
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein | min 8 | % |
| Moisture | ≤ 14 | % |
| Crude fat | 1–2 | % |
| Crude fibre | ≤ 3.5 | % |
| Crude ash | ≤ 2.5 | % |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 1 | % |
The parameters stated above represent generally accepted values and may vary by batch; binding values are communicated at the time of enquiry during the resulting discussions.