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Oberkulmer Rotkorn
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Oberkulmer Rotkorn is a Swiss landrace spelt—reddish grain, robust flavour, foundation of many modern European spelt breeding lines. Flour bakes with classic spelt aroma and good artisan character. Preferred by heritage millers seeking traditional Dinkel quality over ultra-modern hybrids.
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Breeding ParentHeritage QualityNuttyRed GrainRobustSwiss LandraceTraditional
History
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Oberkulmer Rotkorn was selected and registered from Swiss spelt populations.
CH
The cultivar became a reference Swiss and European spelt parent.
Organic programmes across Europe planted Oberkulmer widely.
Oberkulmer Rotkorn remained a benchmark traditional spelt variety.