{"title":"Key Lines","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"khorasan-grain-5kg","title":"Khorasan Grain Chemical Free 5kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKhorasan grain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is grown by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/span\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e a family-run business in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecentral New South Wales\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e focused on regeneratively growing heritage grains. The Browns are also the founders of the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative, which supports transparency, sustainability, and long-term soil health across Australian agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan (also known by the trademarked name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKamut®\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) is an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eancient wheat variety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e known for its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elarge golden kernels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, buttery flavour, and easy digestibility. It’s naturally higher in protein than modern wheats and mills into a rich, slightly sweet flour that performs beautifully in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eflatbreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewholegrain baking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown by Bio-Oz in central NSW (Julie \u0026amp; Geoff Brown)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSustainably farmed and traceable back to the grower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eLarge golden kernels – ideal for milling and baking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eExcellent flavour and digestibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAncient wheat species – non-hybridised and nutrient-dense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Khorasan grain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etetraploid ancient wheat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003ci\u003eTriticum turanicum\u003c\/i\u003e), genetically distinct from modern bread wheats. Its long, plump grains contain more protein and minerals, and its mild, nutty flavour makes it a favourite among wholegrain bakers and those looking for an alternative to modern wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOften well tolerated by people sensitive to conventional wheat (though \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enot gluten-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), it’s valued for its digestibility, traditional roots, and flavour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the growers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown are pioneers in Australian heritage grain production. Through \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and their \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative, they champion low-input, farmer-led grain growing—prioritising soil health, regional food security, and seed sovereignty. Their Khorasan is fully traceable from paddock to plate, and grown with care for people and planet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow would you describe Khorasan?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan has a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emild, buttery flavour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a slightly chewy texture when cooked whole. Milled into flour, it produces a very soft flour that produces golden loaves and pastries with a natural sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use khorasan for sourdough or bread?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Khorasan performs well in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esourdough\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyeasted loaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eflatbreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It has good strength, but the gluten behaves differently to modern wheat—expect a slightly softer dough and crust with excellent flavour. For a loaf that you may be more familiar with try blending in a true wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I mill khorasan grain at home?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely. Khorasan is ideal for home milling, producing a rich, creamy flour perfect for fresh baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs khorasan gluten-free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e—Khorasan \u003cstrong\u003edoes\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003econtain\u003c\/strong\u003e gluten. However, many people who find modern wheat difficult to digest tolerate Khorasan more easily due to its more simple chromosomal structure (as a tetraploid) . \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe have written a blog post about the intricacies of gluten in different grains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I cook khorasan grain whole?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSoak overnight, then simmer until tender (roughly 45–60 mins). Great in grain salads, bowls, or as a rice substitute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I store grains?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKeep in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot. For long-term storage, refrigerate or freeze to protect from pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bio-Oz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634911150191,"sku":"KHO-GRN-BE-5KG","price":22.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Australian_grown_khorasan_grain_kamut.jpg?v=1763524903"},{"product_id":"flour-buckwheat-chemical-free-4-7kg","title":"Buckwheat Flour Grey (semi whole) Chemical Free 4.7kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis chemical-free \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebuckwheat flour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is milled and packed by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Buckwheat Enterprises), a family-owned business based in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eParkes, Central West NSW \u003c\/b\u003efrom\u003cb\u003e Australian farmers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Run by Julie and Geoff Brown, Bio-Oz is Australia’s premier buckwheat grower and processor, with decades of experience in cultivating, cleaning, milling and packaging this unique pseudograin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDespite the name, buckwheat isn’t related to wheat—it’s a seed from the flowering plant \u003ci\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/i\u003e, in the rhubarb family and is naturally gluten-free and nutritionally dense. Bio-Oz’s flour is milled from a mix of \u003cstrong\u003ewhole buckwheat\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e buckwheat kernels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, then finely sifted and packed on-site in a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ededicated gluten-free facility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, eliminating risk of cross-contamination with wheat or other gluten-containing grains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis flour is pale grey, with soft green and brown flecks, and a naturally sweet, nutty flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGrown and processed in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eParkes, NSW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz \/ Buckwheat Enterprises\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eA nice balance of whole and white buckwheat flour, ensuring it isn't too heavy but still contains fibre and flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNaturally gluten-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, packed in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ededicated Gluten-Free facility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eExcellent for crepes, pancakes, soba-style noodles, or blending with wheat flours for unique sourdoughs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is Buckwheat?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBuckwheat is not a cereal grain but a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eseed from a broadleaf plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it suitable for gluten-free diets. It has been cultivated for centuries in Asia and Europe and is now valued globally for both its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enutritional content\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and culinary versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e specialises in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elocally adapted buckwheat varieties\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, selectively grown to suit Australian conditions. Their seed line has been refined over decades to ensure excellent milling performance and flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Producers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBio-Oz operates work with Australian farmers to produce a nutritionally dense variety of buckwheat that is suited to Australian conditions. Their facility is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ededicated gluten-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, ensuring no cross-contamination for those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance. Their mill is purpose built for their operation ensuring consistency throughout their batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown have long championed \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esustainable, low-input farming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, co-founding the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative to support producers working without synthetic inputs, while still ensuring productivity and soil health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBuckwheat flour has a distinct flavour—nutty, earthy, slightly sweet—and lends itself well to both sweet and savoury baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePopular uses include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTraditional \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebuckwheat pancakes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (e.g. French galettes or Russian blini)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrepes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or thin wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHomemade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esoba-style noodles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGluten-free baking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e blends for muffins, cakes, banana bread, or pizza bases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAdded to wheat-based sourdoughs for a rustic, complex crumb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIt’s also a good thickener for sauces and gravies, particularly in gluten-free cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this flour gluten-free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Buckwheat is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enaturally gluten-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and this flour is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eprocessed in a dedicated gluten-free facility\u003c\/b\u003e that has been certified by the \u003cstrong\u003ecoeliac society.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does buckwheat flour taste like?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIt’s nutty and slightly earthy, with a subtle sweetness. More flavourful than white flours but not overpowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use it in sourdough?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Buckwheat ferments well, especially when blended with wheat or spelt flours. It adds richness and moisture to the crumb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow is this flour milled?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIt has been roller milled from a mix of \u003cstrong\u003ewhole buckwheat\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebuckwheat kernels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, then sifted to a fine, uniform flour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the shelf life on this Buckwheat flour?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWe get a fresh batch milled at least once a month and each batch has a 12-month shelf life given optimal storage, which is to store cool and airtight. To ensure freshness, you should use this buckwheat flour within \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6–9 months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from when you receive it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bio-Oz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634921898095,"sku":"BKWT-FLR-BE-4.7KG","price":29.19,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Buckwheat-Flour-Chemical-Free-4.7kg-Bio-oz-Sovereign-Foods-1673498818.jpg?v=1758509450"},{"product_id":"buckwheat-kernels-chemical-free-4-7kg","title":"Buckwheat Kernels Chemical Free 4.7kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThese \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebuckwheat kernels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (also known as hulled buckwheat or groats) are grown, dehulled, and packed by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Australia’s leading buckwheat producer, based in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eParkes, NSW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Run by Julie and Geoff Brown, Bio-Oz has built a strong reputation for their careful processing methods, chemical-free growing practices, and dedication to the integrity of their gluten-free buckwheat supply chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis 4.7kg bag is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epacked at Bio-Oz’s gluten-free facility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, ensuring there’s no risk of cross-contamination with wheat or other glutinous grains – ideal for coeliacs or those with severe gluten sensitivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThe kernels are creamy-green\/grey in colour, with a distinctive triangular shape and mildly nutty aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are Buckwheat Kernels?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBuckwheat kernels are the hulled seeds of the buckwheat plant – a pseudocereal, not a true grain. Once dehulled, the kernels become soft and quick to cook, making them an ideal gluten-free base for porridges, warm salads, pilafs, or even as a wholegrain side in place of couscous or rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThey can also be home-milled into fresh buckwheat flour, or toasted (to become “kasha”) for a deeper, nuttier flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Use Buckwheat Kernels:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCook like rice or quinoa for a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewholegrain side dish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUse in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eporridge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with milk, water or plant-based alternatives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eToast and use as a crunchy salad topper or in granola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eMill at home into flour for baking or pancakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSprout for added texture and nutritional value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Producers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (also known as Buckwheat Enterprises) is a small, family-owned operation specialising in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebuckwheat cultivation and processing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Based in Parkes, NSW, and run by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the business has been instrumental in building a reliable Australian supply of high-quality, chemical-free buckwheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTheir processing facilities are designed to uphold strict gluten-free standards, making them one of the few Australian buckwheat producers offering completely gluten-free flour and wholegrains from farm to pack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThey are also founding members of the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative – supporting regenerative growing practices and ecological land management in Australia’s grain belt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these buckwheat kernels gluten free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes – these are \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epacked in Bio-Oz’s dedicated gluten-free facility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and are suitable for people with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the difference between kernels and groats?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThey’re the same thing. “Groats” is another name for hulled buckwheat kernels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use buckwheat kernels to make buckwheat flour?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes – you can mill these kernels in a home grain mill or high-powered blender to make fresh flour. This is the same raw material Bio-Oz uses for their own flour production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bio-Oz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634923929711,"sku":"BKWT-KERN-BE-4.7KG","price":28.18,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Buckwheat-Kernels-Chemical-Free-5kg-Bio-oz-Sovereign-Foods-1673500627.jpg?v=1758509521"},{"product_id":"flour-almond-10kg","title":"Almond Flour Insecticide Free 10kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eFinely ground from blanched, pesticide-free Australian almonds, this almond flour is a pantry staple for gluten-free and grain-free baking. With the skins removed, the result is a pale, soft flour with a mild flavour and fine, consistent texture — ideal for recipes that require lightness and smoothness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown and processed by Casarosa Almonds, a regenerative orchard on the River Murray in South Australia, this flour is 100% Australian, chemical-free, and packed with wholefood nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Grower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCasarosa Almonds is a family-run orchard located near Taylorville, South Australia, along the River Murray. Operated by the Casaretto family, the farm has become a beacon of sustainability in the region, eschewing synthetic inputs and instead relying on natural soil health management and biodiversity to grow vibrant, flavourful almonds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTheir dedication to ecological stewardship and small-batch quality shines through in each jar of almond butter and every scoop of almond flour. When you buy from Casarosa, you’re supporting a local grower with a commitment to real food and better farming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is Almond Flour (aka Blanched Almond Meal)?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAlmond flour is made by grinding almonds that have had their skins removed (\u003c\/span\u003eblanched almonds\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e), resulting in a smooth, pale flour with a fine texture. Sometimes called \u003ci\u003eblanched almond meal\u003c\/i\u003e, this flour differs from regular almond meal, which includes the almond skins and is darker and coarser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlanched almond flour is prized in baking because it produces lighter-coloured and finer-textured results — ideal for delicate pastries, cakes, and biscuits. It’s naturally gluten-free, low in carbohydrates, and high in monounsaturated fats, protein, vitamin E, and magnesium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBlanched almond flour is incredibly versatile in the kitchen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePerfect for gluten-free or grain-free baking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUsed in French pastries like macarons or frangipane tarts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eFolded into cakes, cookies, muffins, and brownies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCombined with other flours for added nutrition and texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCoating for schnitzels or vegetable fritters as a low-carb crumb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTo substitute in baking: start by replacing 1 cup of regular flour with 1 cup of almond flour, though texture and moisture may vary slightly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown by a single orchard using regenerative practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePesticide-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eMade from 100% blanched Australian almonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eNaturally gluten-free and rich in healthy fats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSoft, fine texture perfect for delicate baking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the difference between almond flour and \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ealmond meal\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAlmond flour is made from \u003c\/span\u003eblanched almonds\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e (with the skin removed), resulting in a lighter, finer texture. Almond meal uses \u003ci\u003ewhole\u003c\/i\u003e almonds, skin and all, making it darker and coarser. Both can often be used interchangeably, but almond flour is preferred for light-textured or refined baked goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this almond flour gluten-free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Almonds are naturally gluten-free and this meal is processed in a facility that does not handle gluten. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use this almond flour in macarons?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely — in fact, blanched almond flour is essential for classic French-style macarons. Its fine texture and pale colour make it ideal for smooth, delicate pastry shells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs almond flour suitable for keto or low-carb diets?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes — almond flour is low in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats and protein, making it a staple for ketogenic, paleo, and grain-free diets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casarosa Almonds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634928222319,"sku":"ALM-FLR-CAS-10KGS","price":194.89,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/SustainablyFarmedAustralianAlmonds.jpg?v=1758509667"},{"product_id":"wheat-grain-purple-straw-biodynamic-10kg","title":"Wheat Grain Purple Straw Biodynamic 10kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurple Straw wheat, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ea traditional heritage variety, grown by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephen and Tania Walter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBurrum Biodynamics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Like the rest of Burrum’s grains, it’s grown using \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDemeter-certified biodynamic farming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, without synthetic inputs or chemical fertilisers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePurple Straw is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esoft-textured wheat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with distinctive reddish-purple straw and kernels that mill into a delicate, slightly sweet wholemeal flour. It was once widely grown in Australia before falling out of commercial use. Today, it’s making a small but meaningful return through farmer-baker collaborations that focus on seed preservation and flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehome milling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebaking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewholegrain pastries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this wheat is a favourite among sourdough bakers looking for a gentler, more nuanced flour. It performs beautifully in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erustic loaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eflatbreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, or even \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecakes and biscuits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e where a softer wheat is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePacked in a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10kg food-grade poly bag\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it’s well suited to home bakers, community grain co-ops, or anyone interested in baking with truly local heritage grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown by Burrum Biodynamics in Marnoo, VIC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eA true heritage wheat, not a modern hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDemeter-certified biodynamic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSoft-textured, slightly sweet grain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eExcellent for home milling for pastries, biscuits and cakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePacked in a 10kg poly bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the variety:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePurple Straw is a traditional wheat variety with a long history in Australia, often grown before industrial hybrids became the norm. It’s known for its distinctive purple hue in the straw and grain, as well as its lighter protein profile and mild, almost creamy flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the farm:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBurrum Biodynamics is a family farm on the Wimmera plains of western Victoria. Stephen and Tania Walter have been farming biodynamically since the late 1990s, focusing on soil health, biodiversity, and truly sustainable grain production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs Purple Straw a landrace?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNo, it’s a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eheritage single variety. M\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eore stable than a landrace, but still far from modern monocultures. It retains strong flavour and regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the flour like?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIt mills into a soft, slightly sweet wholemeal flour with good extensibility and a creamy crumb. Suitable for lower hydration sourdough loaves, pastries, and lighter wholegrain baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I mill this grain at home?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAbsolutely. This grain has been cleaned up by Steve and Tan and is ready for home milling. A small electric or stone mill will turn it into fresh, fragrant flour ideal for baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it organic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThey’re certified \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebiodynamic through Demeter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which meets and exceeds organic standards. That means no synthetic fertilisers, pesticides, or GMOs—and a focus on holistic, regenerative agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are biodynamic preparations?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThey’re natural preparations made from herbs and minerals used in small amounts to support soil life and plant health. For example, horn manure and compost herbs help improve nutrient cycling and soil biology. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the best way to store grain?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKeep the grain in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For longer storage, consider refrigeration or freezing to protect from pantry pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ebecause the grower rotates their crops each year, so it is not uncommon to find other seeds mixed in with your grain (it shouldn't be too much). Mixed cropping ensures a healthy soil that allows the growers to reduce their dependance on synthetic fertilisers and pesticides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePractice for conventional growers is to poison their paddocks before planting the new season crops to ensure old season crops don’t come through, being an organic crop this is thankfully not an option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burrum Biodynamics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634933956719,"sku":"WHT-PPL-BB-10KG","price":67.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/OrganicPurpleStrawSoftWheatBiodynamicBurrumBiodynamics.jpg?v=1758509862"},{"product_id":"emmer-grain-chemical-free-5kg","title":"Emmer Grain Chemical Free 5kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eEmmer is one of the earliest domesticated wheats and a foundational grain in the history of agriculture. Alongside einkorn, it formed part of the first wave of cultivated cereals. Long before modern bread wheat existed, emmer supported early farming societies across the Fertile Crescent and helped shape the genetic and agricultural pathway that led to today’s wheats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOur emmer grain is grown in Australia by \u003c\/span\u003eBio-Oz\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e, a long-standing grain processor and grower network based in western New South Wales. It is selected for flavour, resilience, and suitability to low-input farming systems rather than maximum yield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout This Grain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAlso known as \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKhapli wheat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in India or \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efarro medio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Italy, emmer is a hulled, tetraploid wheat. This means the grain remains enclosed in a protective husk after harvest and requires dehulling before milling or cooking. While this extra processing step makes emmer less suited to industrial agriculture, it reflects the conditions under which it evolved, where resilience, storage stability, and adaptability were prioritised over efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCompared with modern wheat, emmer typically produces fewer tillers and lower yields, but it performs reliably in poorer soils and under variable climatic conditions. These traits have kept emmer in cultivation in parts of the world where consistency matters more than output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Emmer Grain Is Special\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOne of the earliest domesticated wheats, with deep agricultural history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eHulled grain that retains strong character and flavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eNaturally resilient in dry and variable growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eRich, nutty flavour well suited to wholegrain cooking and milling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown in Australia by Bio-Oz using low-input farming practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eEmmer is prized for its rich, nutty, and slightly earthy flavour. When cooked as a whole grain, it holds its shape well and develops a satisfying chew, making it well suited to salads, grain bowls, soups, and pilafs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOnce dehulled, emmer can be milled into flour for breads, flatbreads, pasta, and traditional baked goods. Its gluten structure is gentler and less elastic than modern bread wheat, so emmer flour performs best where flavour and texture are prioritised over volume. Many bakers choose to use emmer on its own for dense, flavour-forward loaves, or blend it with stronger wheats for added structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs emmer the same as spelt?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eNo. While both are ancient wheats, emmer and spelt are genetically distinct and behave differently in the kitchen. Emmer is a tetraploid wheat with a gentler gluten structure, while spelt is a hexaploid wheat more closely related to modern bread wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes emmer contain gluten?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Emmer contains gluten and is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enot suitable for people with coeliac disease\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. While emmer’s gluten structure differs from modern bread wheat and behaves differently in baking, it is still a wheat and should be avoided by anyone who needs to follow a strict gluten-free diet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does it mean that emmer is a hulled wheat?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eEmmer retains a tight husk around the grain after harvest and must be dehulled before use. This added step reflects traditional farming systems and contributes to emmer’s strong grain character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan emmer be milled at home?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Once dehulled, emmer grain can be milled using home stone or impact mills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs emmer suitable for sourdough?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes, though it benefits from gentle handling and, in some cases, blending with stronger flours depending on the style of bread you’re making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bio-Oz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44342051799151,"sku":"EMR-GRN-BE-5KG","price":27.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/australian-grown-emmer-grain-5kg.jpg?v=1770682833"}],"url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/collections\/key-lines.oembed","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}