Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Orders
Do you ship?
Yes! When you are checking out, look to choose the shipping option rather than local pickup.
Can I order online for local pick up?
Yes! We offer farm pick up or you may come to any of the markets we will attend that week. Check our Instagram for up to date market information! There will be an option at check out to pick how you’d like to receive your flour.
Can I order bulk?
We offer 25 and 50 lb bags.
I own a bakery. Do you sell wholesale?
Please email us at megardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a wholesale account & information on pricing.
Do you sell the wheat berries?
Yes, we sell berries for $1 per lb.
What is your return policy?
For any issues with your order please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com and we will help you sort it out ASAP! We do not accept returns as a result of food safety laws. For any items delivered incorrectly due to user-error, please note we are unable to issue refunds. If you notice a discrepancy with your order before it’s been shipped please reach out to us immediately and we will do our best to resolve it.
Our flours
How long will the flour last?
We recommend using your flour within 3-4 months, though you may freeze your flour and thaw as needed.
How does this flour differ from the grocery store flour options?
Melgard Farm flours are freshly milled weekly or to order and never enriched or bleached to maintain maximum flavor and nutrition. Consider that store flour is already weeks, possibly months old by the time you are using it. We call that “dead” flour. Taste the difference that fresh living flour will make in your bakes!
Non GMO vs grains that have been bred - what’s the difference?
GMO stands for genetically modified organism, a plant that has been changed on a genetic level to perform differently. We do not use any GMO grains at Melgard Farm. However, we do have a handful of varieties that have been bred to create a more ideal crop. This is as simple as punnet squares in Junior High. Pollinating a pink pea plant with a purple pea plant to make a blue pea plant! There is zero genetic modification happening, only mixing. Our Joaquin Oro is a fine example of a bred grain.
What is stone milling?
Stone milling is an old world practice of using two circular stones to flake off bran from the berry and then grind the endosperm into flour. This process keeps the integrity of the grains’ nutrients and helps to enhance the flavor by bringing out the natural oils in every grain. The flavor and texture of stone ground flour is exceptional!
Does stone milled flour perform like regular flour from the store?
No, stone milled flour tends to be more thirsty! We recommend using around 10% more liquid in your recipes when working with our flour, but you know your dough best! You will find what works best for your recipes.
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Do you offer mill tours?
We do, we love to show our customers and friends exactly where and how their flour is being grown and milled. Please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a date and time to visit us!
More questions?
Message us at melgardfarm@yahoo.com
Orders
Do you ship?
Yes! When you are checking out, look to choose the shipping option rather than local pickup.
Can I order online for local pick up?
Yes! We offer farm pick up or you may come to any of the markets we will attend that week. Check our Instagram for up to date market information! There will be an option at check out to pick how you’d like to receive your flour.
Can I order bulk?
We offer 25 and 50 lb bags.
I own a bakery. Do you sell wholesale?
Please email us at megardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a wholesale account & information on pricing.
Do you sell the wheat berries?
Yes, we sell berries for $1 per lb.
What is your return policy?
For any issues with your order please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com and we will help you sort it out ASAP! We do not accept returns as a result of food safety laws. For any items delivered incorrectly due to user-error, please note we are unable to issue refunds. If you notice a discrepancy with your order before it’s been shipped please reach out to us immediately and we will do our best to resolve it.
Our flours
How long will the flour last?
We recommend using your flour within 3-4 months, though you may freeze your flour and thaw as needed.
How does this flour differ from the grocery store flour options?
Melgard Farm flours are freshly milled weekly or to order and never enriched or bleached to maintain maximum flavor and nutrition. Consider that store flour is already weeks, possibly months old by the time you are using it. We call that “dead” flour. Taste the difference that fresh living flour will make in your bakes!
Non GMO vs grains that have been bred - what’s the difference?
GMO stands for genetically modified organism, a plant that has been changed on a genetic level to perform differently. We do not use any GMO grains at Melgard Farm. However, we do have a handful of varieties that have been bred to create a more ideal crop. This is as simple as punnet squares in Junior High. Pollinating a pink pea plant with a purple pea plant to make a blue pea plant! There is zero genetic modification happening, only mixing. Our Joaquin Oro is a fine example of a bred grain.
What is stone milling?
Stone milling is an old world practice of using two circular stones to flake off bran from the berry and then grind the endosperm into flour. This process keeps the integrity of the grains’ nutrients and helps to enhance the flavor by bringing out the natural oils in every grain. The flavor and texture of stone ground flour is exceptional!
Does stone milled flour perform like regular flour from the store?
No, stone milled flour tends to be more thirsty! We recommend using around 10% more liquid in your recipes when working with our flour, but you know your dough best! You will find what works best for your recipes.
More
Do you offer mill tours?
We do, we love to show our customers and friends exactly where and how their flour is being grown and milled. Please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a date and time to visit us!
More questions?
Message us at melgardfarm@yahoo.com
Orders
Do you ship?
Yes! When you are checking out, look to choose the shipping option rather than local pickup.
Can I order online for local pick up?
Yes! We offer farm pick up or you may come to any of the markets we will attend that week. Check our Instagram for up to date market information! There will be an option at check out to pick how you’d like to receive your flour.
Can I order bulk?
We offer 25 and 50 lb bags.
I own a bakery. Do you sell wholesale?
Please email us at megardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a wholesale account & information on pricing.
Do you sell the wheat berries?
Yes, we sell berries for $1 per lb.
What is your return policy?
For any issues with your order please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com and we will help you sort it out ASAP! We do not accept returns as a result of food safety laws. For any items delivered incorrectly due to user-error, please note we are unable to issue refunds. If you notice a discrepancy with your order before it’s been shipped please reach out to us immediately and we will do our best to resolve it.
Our flours
How long will the flour last?
We recommend using your flour within 3-4 months, though you may freeze your flour and thaw as needed.
How does this flour differ from the grocery store flour options?
Melgard Farm flours are freshly milled weekly or to order and never enriched or bleached to maintain maximum flavor and nutrition. Consider that store flour is already weeks, possibly months old by the time you are using it. We call that “dead” flour. Taste the difference that fresh living flour will make in your bakes!
Non GMO vs grains that have been bred - what’s the difference?
GMO stands for genetically modified organism, a plant that has been changed on a genetic level to perform differently. We do not use any GMO grains at Melgard Farm. However, we do have a handful of varieties that have been bred to create a more ideal crop. This is as simple as punnet squares in Junior High. Pollinating a pink pea plant with a purple pea plant to make a blue pea plant! There is zero genetic modification happening, only mixing. Our Joaquin Oro is a fine example of a bred grain.
What is stone milling?
Stone milling is an old world practice of using two circular stones to flake off bran from the berry and then grind the endosperm into flour. This process keeps the integrity of the grains’ nutrients and helps to enhance the flavor by bringing out the natural oils in every grain. The flavor and texture of stone ground flour is exceptional!
Does stone milled flour perform like regular flour from the store?
No, stone milled flour tends to be more thirsty! We recommend using around 10% more liquid in your recipes when working with our flour, but you know your dough best! You will find what works best for your recipes.
More
Do you offer mill tours?
We do, we love to show our customers and friends exactly where and how their flour is being grown and milled. Please reach out to melgardfarm@yahoo.com to set up a date and time to visit us!
More questions?
Message us at melgardfarm@yahoo.com
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