Chattanooga, Tn. – December 13, 2022 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, announced the launch of their redesigned website – graincraft.com. The updated site features an enhanced user experience throughout, a new Insights technical page, detailed product pages and an interactive Contact Us form. The redesigned site is now live […]
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Dec 13, 2022
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Aug 12, 2022
Dough with Dave – Water Absorption
Why is water absorption so important when it comes to flour? Hear why straight from our expert.
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Aug 12, 2022
Dough with Dave – Overmixing
Keep in mind the most important factor in ingredients and processing is consistency. When your dough is overmixed, the gluten matrix begins to degrade. The dough is too warm and sticky, lacks elasticity and has too much flow. Learn more from our Bakery Technical Manager, Dave Krishock.
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Aug 12, 2022
Dough with Dave – Stages of Dough Development in Mixing
Keep in mind the most important factor in ingredients and processing is Consistency. Regardless of the brand of flour, the baker must have consistently good flour that performs throughout the mixing, make up, proofing, baking and packaging stages of the product. Learn about the goals of mixing and the stages the dough will experience during […]
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Aug 12, 2022
Dough with Dave – All About Flour
Flour quality, consistent performance and overall specifications can significantly impact the results of a baked product. Everything from appearance, to crumb to mouth feel is an effect of the performance of the flour. It’s important to understand some of the main characteristics of flour and how each plays a role in the dough absorption, development, […]
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Jun 21, 2022
Grain Craft Announces Strategic Acquisition by Redwood Capital Investments
Chattanooga, TN. – June 21, 2022 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, announced today that its parent company has entered into a definitive agreement for Grain Craft to be acquired by Redwood Capital Investments, LLC. Transaction terms were not disclosed. Based in Baltimore, MD, Redwood Capital Investments is a permanent […]
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Jun 09, 2022
Grain Craft Blackfoot Mill Accepting Harvest Shipments
Chattanooga, Tn. – June 3, 2022 – Grain Craft recently completed an extensive grain elevator addition at the Blackfoot, Idaho flour mill and the company announced today they are now accepting direct wheat harvest shipments. The elevator will be fully operational at the first of July and consists of thirteen grain bins and two fully […]
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Aug 20, 2021
Grain Craft Endorses Kansas Wheat Rx Program for High-Quality Wheat
Chattanooga, Tn. – August 19, 2021 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, is pleased to announce their support for a new program called Kansas Wheat Rx. The program is coordinated by Kansas Wheat and the K-State Research Extension. Wheat Rx is a hub of research recommendations and educational information that […]
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Jul 14, 2021
Which flour for your pizza?
Crust is the most important part of the pizza and the flour is the most important part of the crust. A flour’s strength, protein content and wheat class all have a direct impact on the flavor and texture of your pizza. Discover the absolute best flour for the kind of crust you’re going for with […]
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Jun 15, 2021
Now Hiring – Ogden, Utah Career Fair
Join our Utah team! Don’t miss the Grain Craft Career Fair: Thursday, June 24 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ogden Eccles Conference Center in Ogden, Utah. We will be hiring for skilled and unskilled positions and all shifts start from $22-$27/hour. Click here to learn more about careers at Grain Craft. Annual company bonus Quarterly […]
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Sep 10, 2020
Grain Craft Announces New Lab
Photo credit: https://www.kestreldronemapping.com Chattanooga, Tn. – September 10, 2020 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, announced plans today to open a new Grain Craft Lab at the Kansas Wheat Commission’s Kansas Wheat Innovation Center in Manhattan, Kansas. In alignment with the company’s Core Value of Excellence, the new lab will […]
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Jul 14, 2020
Committed to Consistency
Grain Craft has been committed to consistency for over 100 years. Not just in quality, but in the service and support we provide our customers.
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Jun 26, 2020
Video: Premium Pizza Flour
Learn about our variety of premium pizza flours in this latest video. To view all Grain Craft pizza flour options, click here.
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Mar 11, 2020
Congrats to Mark Farmer on becoming a SHRM Certified Professional
We are proud to announce that our HR Business Partner, Mark Farmer, has received his Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional crediential. This distinction is awarded to recognize someone’s technical HR expertise. Mark was tested in many different areas such as: Leadership (Leadership & Navigation, Ethical Practice), Interpersonal (Relationship Management, Communication, Global & […]
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Mar 03, 2020
Pizza Expo 2020
International Pizza Expo 2020 Las Vegas Convention Center Mar 31 – Apr 2, 2020 Join us at the the world’s largest gathering of pizza professionals! Stop by booth #1635 to meet our flour experts and to see what’s on the rise for Grain Craft.
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Feb 05, 2020
Grain Craft Strengthens Support of Kansas Wheat Commission Research Foundation
CHATTANOOGA, Tn. – February 5, 2020 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, has increased its commitment to improving wheat quality with another gift to the Kansas Wheat Commission Research Foundation (KWCRF). The gift will build upon previous support of research to improve wheat quality and yield through proper fertility management. […]
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Oct 28, 2019
Grain Craft Provides New Paved Walkway for KSU Grain Science Students
Grain Craft recently partnered with Kansas State University’s Grain Science & Industry Department to provide a paved walkway for the students. This walkway connects the students to the Hal Ross Flour Mill. Previously the path was a dirt trail that the students traveled daily. This new paved path will offer a clean, revitalized way to travel […]
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Oct 28, 2019
Grain Craft and K-State Celebrate Completion of New Campus Pathway
Chattanooga, Tn. – October 28, 2019 – Grain Craft recently partnered with Kansas State University’s Department of Grain Science and Industry to provide a new paved walkway for the students. This walkway connects the students from the IGP Institute to the Hal Ross Flour Mill. Previously the path that the students traveled daily was made […]
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Aug 22, 2019
Grain Craft Honors Military Veterans with Special Event
Chattanooga, Tn. – August 22, 2019 – Grain Craft recently honored a group of Veterans with a trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Veterans included Grain Craft employees, customer representatives and a group of Veterans from the local community. The trip started with a welcome reception at The Chattanoogan hotel. The group then attended a breakfast […]
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Aug 12, 2019
Dough with Dave – Fermentation
How does dough extensibility change over fermentation times? Grain Craft’s bakery tech manager, Dave Krishock, reviews and compares dough balls throughout different fermentation times.
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Aug 12, 2019
Dough with Dave – Scaling/Rounding
Consistency is the key with dough temperature, scaling and rounding. Join Grain Craft’s bakery tech manager, Dave Krishock, for some helpful tips on processing your dough and preparing it for ideal baking conditions.
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Aug 12, 2019
Dough With Dave – Mixing
Accurate ingredient scaling and proper mixing are critical steps to achieve the correct gluten development and extensibility in your dough. Join Grain Craft’s bakery tech manager, Dave Krishock, for a quick overview of mixing tips and tricks.
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Jul 23, 2019
Grain Craft Announces New VP of Quality, Regulatory and Technical Services
CHATTANOOGA, Tn. – July 22, 2019 – Grain Craft announces that Nick Weigel has joined the company as Vice President of Quality, Regulatory and Technical Services. Weigel will report to Pete Frederick, President of Grain Craft, and will be a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team. In this new position, Weigel will oversee Grain […]
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Jun 26, 2019
IBIE 2019
We are gearing up for the largest Baking Industry Exposition and we are excited to see you in Las Vegas September 8 – 11! More information will be available soon about our interactive IBIE booth so stay tuned!
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Apr 05, 2019
Global Study: What we aren’t eating is killing us…
View the full story on cnn.com here. In a recent published study of a 27-year global diet analysis, Ashkan Afshin and his colleagues looked at 15 dietary risk factors and their impact on death and disability. “High levels of unhealthy red and processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages, trans fatty acids and salt — all known to […]
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Feb 13, 2019
Wheat Quality Research Supported by Grain Craft through KWC Research Foundation
Manhattan, KS – February 13, 2019 – Grain Craft, the largest independent flour miller in the nation, has provided a significant donation to the Kansas Wheat Commission Research Foundation (KWCRF) in support of impactful wheat research. The gift will be directed toward ongoing research to improve wheat quality and yield through proper fertility management. The […]
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Dec 04, 2018
Crust of the matter: The bread crust is better for you than the rest of the bread, say scientists
Article originally published on bakeryandsnack.com. 03-Dec-2018 The bread crust is usually relegated to the bin along with the wrapper; however, what many fussy eaters may not realize is it is more nutritious than the bread itself. Check out the full article here
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Nov 14, 2018
Grain Craft Plans for the Future at McPherson Mill
Chattanooga, TN – November 12, 2018 – Grain Craft, the nation’s largest independent flour milling company, recently completed a year-long improvement project to expand and upgrade areas of the McPherson, Kansas flour mill. These improvements were implemented to increase warehouse storage and to enhance both packing and loading efficiency for the mill. The McPherson mill […]
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Nov 01, 2018
November Celebrates Bread
What better month than November to celebrate bread! This fundamental baked good dates back to Ancient Egypt or earlier and its boundless benefits have made it a daily food in many households. Aside from being convenient, tasty and the anchor that holds a sandwich together, bread packs a punch when it comes to being an […]
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Sep 24, 2018
G&L Holdings Appoints Three New Board Directors
ROME, Ga. – September 18, 2018 – G&L Holdings, Inc., the holding company of leading food ingredient manufacturers Grain Craft and Southeastern Mills, announced today the appointment of three new board members to their board of directors. Rhonda Jordan, Steve Dunphy and Rick Strait were selected as independent directors in the holding company’s decision to […]
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Sep 12, 2018
Go for the Dough
Brian Hernandez demonstrates the unique qualities of Upright flour, the newest flour for Neapolitan-style crusts. Click here to learn more about Upright.
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Sep 11, 2018
Grain Craft Selected as Featured Supplier with New Bread Launch
Chattanooga, TN – April 12, 2018 – Grain Craft is proud to be partnering with Franz Bakery in the launch of their new brand, Naked Bread. The Naked Bread brand focuses on simple and essential ingredients and will further enhance their strong line of baked goods. Transparency is the center of the Naked Bread story […]
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Sep 11, 2018
Study Shows Breads and Cereals Contribute to Many Nutrients Older Americans Are Missing
According to the Grain Foods Foundation, a new study published in the journal, Nutrients, and presented at The American Geriatrics Society Annual Scientific Meeting (AGS18), shows that grain foods pack a significant punch of the nutrients older Americans need most. Presently, more than a third of the American population is over 50 years old. Yet the diets of many individuals […]
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Sep 11, 2018
What the heck is gluten?
This simple video breaks down an important component of flour – gluten.
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Sep 11, 2018
On the rise: Sourdough fermentation ups ‘better for you’ properties to baked goods.
Rising consumer preference for healthy food options is propelling the popularity of sourdough-baked goods. Check out the full article from BakeryandSnack.com here.
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Sep 11, 2018
Did you know that flour is a raw ingredient?
Remember…flour is a raw ingredient and must be further processed to control microbial pathogens. This video, brought to you by The North American Millers’ Association (NAMA) and the Candadian National Millers Association (CNMA), is a great resource for the proper handling of handling of raw products containing flour. “Wheat is a healthy and wholesome grain, […]
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Aug 11, 2018
Theresa Cogswell breaks down the importance of enriched flour
Why use enriched flour? What are the benefits and what are the concerns? Theresa Cogswell from BakingBusiness.com breaks down enriched flour. Check out the full article here.
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Jul 11, 2018
Stop avoiding gluten – its generally not healthy, and the alternatives are worse.
Business Insider describes why going “gluten-free” for weight loss and health enhancement might not be the best answer Read the full article here.
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Apr 13, 2018
IAOM Recognizes Five Grain Craft Mills for Zero Injury Performance in 2017
Chattanooga, TN – April 13, 2018 – The International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) has awarded five Grain Craft mills with the IAOM Safety Award for being injury-free throughout 2017. The awards took place on Thursday, April 12 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Annual IAOM Conference and Expo. The IAOM Safety award recognizes those mills […]