What is organic?
Food produced by farmers who use renewable resources and conserve soil and water to enhance environmental quality for future generations. Our organic products are grown without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
How much flour should I use?
Use 1/4 LESS of our flour in your recipes, to account for the dryness of the product.
How should I store my grain?
Store in a dry place. Cool & dry is even better. Freezer, plastic pails, glass jars, etc.
How long will the flour keep?
We guarantee our Whole Wheat & Gold N White Flour from rancidity for 1 year if stored properly. Storage Note: Guarantee of product for 1 year for cereals, flour & meals and 2 years for whole grains with proper storage facilities and pest management from production date. Must be stored in a low humidity area and less than 50 degrees.
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Where are our grains grown?
They are all grown on Certified Organic farms in several states in the Midwest and we also purchase from Certified Organic farms in Canada.
What flour is best for bread?
Our 100%Whole Wheat & Gold N White flours are best. They can also be used as all-purpose flour too! If you want to grind your own wheat, use the Hard Red Spring Wheat Berries.
What is the protein level on our flour?
We keep it about 13% and higher.
Where are you located?
Middle River is in the northwest corner of Minnesota. We are approximately 50 miles from North Dakota, 40 miles from Canada, 90 miles from Grand Forks, ND, & 7 hours from Minneapolis, MN.
Can I come & buy product at your mill?
Yes! We love to meet our customers! Our hours are: Mon-Thurs 8am-4pm. We give tours too!
What is whole grain?
Whole Grains are the complete grain, including the bran, the germ and the endosperm.