The Secret Ingredient You Can’t Find on a Shelf
Let’s talk dirt. No, not the juicy gossip kind—actual, honest-to-goodness soil.
Not exactly what you were expecting from a blog on a flour miller’s website, huh? But hear us out: soil is where every loaf of bread, cookie, pancake, and cinnamon roll begins. And at Farmer Direct Foods, we’re pretty obsessed with it—in the best possible way.
How Regenerative Agriculture Can Save Our Soil
Soil is the foundation of our food system, yet modern agricultural practices have pushed it to the brink. Since the dawn of farming, most agricultural soils have lost between 30% to 75% of their original soil organic carbon. This alarming statistic underscores a pressing crisis: our soil is becoming less fertile, less resilient, and less […]
Heart-Healthy Eating: Why Whole Grains Matter
February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on cardiovascular well-being and the lifestyle choices that support a strong heart. While exercise and stress management play a crucial role, diet remains one of the most effective ways to promote heart health. Among the best dietary choices? Whole grains—especially whole wheat flour. The Connection […]
Farmer Direct Flours Now Available at Coborn’s
Farmer Direct Foods’ artisan flours are now available at Coborn’s grocery stores! Coborn’s, an employee-owned company with a rich 100-year legacy of serving communities across the Midwest, shares our commitment to quality, sustainability, and local connections. Founded in 1921 by Chester A. Coborn, this grocery chain has grown from a one-room produce store into a […]
Farmer Direct Foods Now at Earth Fare!
We’re thrilled to announce that Farmer Direct Foods’ regeneratively-grown flours are now gracing the shelves of Earth Fare, a leading health and wellness supermarket chain in the southeastern United States.
Regenerative Wheat vs Organic: What’s the Difference?
When shopping for flour, you might see labels like “organic” or “regeneratively-grown.” But what do these terms mean? Let’s break it down and explore the differences between regeneratively-grown wheat and organic wheat. What is Organic Farming? Organic farming is a method of growing crops without using synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Organic farmers focus on natural […]
Regeneratively-Grown Wheat vs Conventional: What’s the Difference?
Have you ever wondered how the wheat in your bread is grown? Today, we’re going to explore two different ways of growing wheat: regenerative agriculture and conventional farming. Let’s dive in and see what makes them different! What is Regenerative Agriculture? Regenerative agriculture is a way of farming that focuses on improving the health of […]
Farmer Direct Foods Joins Metropolitan Market
We’re excited to share that you can now find Farmer Direct Foods’ flours at Metropolitan Market. This partnership brings together two companies that care about great food and doing good for the planet.
Farmer Direct Foods Celebrates Facility Expansion
Farmer Direct Foods celebrated a groundbreaking $2 million facility expansion on March 7th, 2024, solidifying its position as a leader in premium whole grain flour production.
FDF and Strawberry Hill Craft a Povitica Partnership
Discover how Strawberry Hill Baking Company elevates its iconic poviticas using Farmer Direct Foods’ locally-sourced artisan flour.
