The varieties listed in Table 7-4 were developed by various state agricultural experiment stations and have been evaluated for several years in Pennsylvania. Recent introductions, as well as the varieties listed, are being tested annually. Performance data are reported in the annual publication, Pennsylvania Winter Wheat and Barley Performance Tests, available from your local Penn State Cooperative Extension office.
Winter barley is less winter hardy than winter wheat.
In Area 2, winter survival may be poor in approximately one year out of six, whereas in Area 3, winter survival should be adequate most years. Certified seed offers the best assurance of quality.