CMBTC 2025-2026 Malting Barley Recommended Varieties

The Canadian Malt Barley Technical Centre (CMBTC) recommended list provides producers with an indication of which malting barley varieties have the greatest potential for selection and marketing. Each variety on the recommended list has been tested at the CMBTC and all exhibit good malting characteristics. All varieties on the list are registered with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

The recommended varieties include:

  • AAC Connect
  • CDC Fraser
  • CDC Churchill
  • AAC Synergy
  • CDC Copeland

Click the following link for the market share and trends of the recommended varieties:

CMBTC 2025-2026 Recommended Varieties 

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