Organic Whole Grain Hulled Barley, 25 lbs

Located on the upper Mississippi River, in the heart of the Hiawatha Valley, Great River Organic Milling is a constant reminder of the importance of our commitment to organic agriculture. The natural beauty of the area underscores the significance of sustainable farming practices. Organic, or sustainable agriculture, is more than just the avoidance of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. An organic farm strives to protect the environment by building and maintaining healthy soil, which in turn improves water and air quality.

Research has shown that grain and other food crops grown in healthy soil are better able to resist pests and diseases, and also contain more vital nutrients important to human health. Consuming organic foods promotes the health of individuals and the land on which it was grown. By supporting organic agriculture, we promote the cycle of a healthy environment, which includes the lives of microorganisms, plants, and humans.

Most of Great River's flour is stone-ground. The company believes that the natural granite millstones contribute to the quality, taste, and nutritional integrity of their whole grain flour. As the grain flows into the stones, it becomes very thin, flat flakes, which integrates all parts of the wheat immediately into the flour, allowing it to have more flavor. The cooler temperatures that occur during milling with stones also allow important enzyme activity to continue, and protein levels are maintained.

Great River's stone-ground flours are milled to order to retain the nutritional value of the flour. The company is Certified Organic by Quality Assurance International and Kosher approved. Obtaining this certification requires a yearly inspection of the milling facility and records to ensure that their products meet industry standards.

In addition to their stone-ground flours, Great River offers hulled barley, which retains much of the bran layer, providing Whole Grain Nutrition. This product is clean and ready for milling or cooking, and is also Certified Organic and Kosher approved. The barley is grown and harvested in the USA.

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