Frequently Asked Questions

Wheat and Grains

Question:

What is the difference between a hard and soft wheat?

Answer:

In the mill a hard wheat will break down into a more granular, free-flowing, easily sifted flour, while a soft wheat will produce a flour with finer, irregular particles, which tend to stick together slightly. Hard wheats tend to have a type of gluten better suited to bread making, soft wheats tend to be best for biscuits and cakes.