The Grain Harvest

The beginning of fall has arrived here in Scotland. The grain has matured and the harvest is in full swing. Barley and wheat are the two major grain crops. The barley is used for Scotland's most famous export--Scottish Whiskey. Wheat is used for making flour.

Harvesting the grain. The combine cuts off the heads and then the grain is transferred to the wagons where it is hauled from the fields.

The stubble is then cut and baled. It will be utilized as bedding for the animals and in some cases, as feed.

Bales of barley straw.

A hillside grain field with the bales waiting to be hauled.