Why We Prioritize Organic and Local Ingredients
We believe that by investing in our community and supporting sustainable practices, we can create the best bread while contributing to a healthier environment and economy.
Organic Practices
- Maintaining and improving soil fertility, structure, and biodiversity.
- Reducing erosion and minimizing human, animal, and environmental exposure to toxic materials.
- Investing in organic growers to ensure a sustainable future.
Local Support
- Buying local food means more money goes directly to those who grew it.
- This strengthens our community's economy instead of enriching distant corporations.
- Using locally-sourced ingredients ensures our products are fresh and of the highest quality.
Our Trusted Partners
We are proud to partner with local farms that share our commitment to quality and sustainability.
Rusted Rooster (Parkman, ME) MOFGA certified - 90% of our grain comes from Rusted Rooster, as well as our Buckwheat!
Nitty Gritty Grain Co. (Charlotte, VT) NOFA-VT Certified Organic - we get our soft white winter wheat & Wapsie Valley Corn from this farm.
Morning Glory (Bethel, ME) Organic - eggs, yogurt & whey (that we strain from the yogurt). They also carry our bread alongside their vegetable CSA!
Fossil Flower Farm (Stow, ME) MOFGA Certified - eggs, vegetables & edible flowers
New Spoke Farm (Oxford County, ME) MOFGA Certified - any & all kinds of vegetables - They also carry our bread for their CSA shares!
Food For Friends Farm (Newry, ME) - Organic - any & all vegetables
Overland Honey (Portland, ME)
Quality
Our commitment to sourcing only the finest organic ingredients.
Sustainability
Ensuring that our farming partners use environmentally-friendly practices.
Traceability
We know exactly where our ingredients come from and how they are produced.
The Milling Process
We mill our flour in-house using locally-sourced organic grains.
Stone Milling
Our traditional stone mill preserves all parts of the grain, resulting in whole grain flour that is rich in nutrients and flavor. This process allows us to provide the freshest flour possible, directly from our mill to your table.
whole grain Flour
Whole grain flour includes the bran and germ, which are often removed in commercial flours. This means our flour retains all the nutritious and tasty parts of the grain, making our baked goods totally awesome and delicious.
Our Sourdough Process
Everything we make is created with a sourdough starter.
Natural Fermentation
Our slower fermentation is the secret sauce behind the bread's unique juicy tang.
Naturally fermented, happy gut!
The Results?
- OUT-OF-BODY EXPERIENCE
- MOUTH-WATERING BLISS
- SPIRITUAL GROWTH
Finding True Happiness
Supporting a B-read-er Future
Your support allows us to open doors behind us and pay it forward to the communities we care about.