Bere is the native barley of orkney in the past it was an important multi use crop and a staple of the scottish diet though its use declined as more easily processed crops were introduced. Bere is the native barley of orkney in the past it was an important multi use crop and a staple of the scottish diet though its use declined as more easily processed crops were introduced. Amazonin buy the book of bere orkneys ancient grain book online at best prices in india on amazonin read the book of bere orkneys ancient grain book reviews author details and more at amazonin free delivery on qualified orders. Buy the book of bere orkneys ancient grain by liz ashworth ruth tait isbn 9781780274850 from amazons book store everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In this book liz ashworth tell the story of bere from the neolithic times to the present bere is a an ancient six rowed native barley grown and milled on orkney for over 4000 years