Einkorn is thought to have originated in the upper area of the fertile crescent thousands of years ago, in the area between modern day Iraq to Israel. It is the most primitive form of wheat on Earth. It contains only 14 chromosomes, whereas modern wheat contains 42. Einkorn does not have the D chromosome, which seems to be connected with wheat/gluten intolerance in many humans. Einkorn is easier to digest and contains more protein and anti-oxidants than modern wheat. The einkorn flours also contain very high carotene content. The protein content of einkorn is 50% to 75% higher than the protein content (12.5% to 13.5%) of typically grown hard and soft wheats. Einkorn flour works well in dishes like pancakes, banana bread, pastas, etc.

Origins traced to Egypt over 3,000 years ago. Similar to Einkorn wheat and Spelt. Commonly known as Farro in Europe. Chewy, delicious hot or cold, superb in soups, pilafs and risottos, outstanding in pasta, breads and baking. Emmer is high in protein—ranging up to 22% and low in gluten (a chromosome count of 28), making it a great choice for people who are sensitive to more common, hybridized types of wheat. Emmer has a lower glycemic index than common wheat and may be of special value for diabetics.

Painted Mountain corn is a flint corn, early maturing, and colorful flour corn. Cobs are multi-colored and slim. Kernels come in shades of purple, blue, yellow, white, and maroon. Developed from multiple Native American corn varieties, Painted Mountain corn is high in protein and carbohydrates, and contains the minerals phosphorus, potassium and magnesium. It also contains a good amount of fiber and smaller amounts of folate, vitamin A, and B-complex vitamins. When ground, produces a fine, soft flour starch ideal for baking muffins and bread.

It means 8-row in Italian. Otto File originated in the new world with Indians and then was brought to Europe hundreds of years ago where it became a favorite because of its exceptional, creamy taste, high carotenoid and protein content. It was prized in Italy for making polenta which is similar to oatmeal or mush. It almost became extinct due to lack of propagation as new corn varieties were introduced, but is now being sought by specialty restaurants for its taste and nutrition. Kernels are a gold orange color.

Considered a staple corn of the Hopi Native Americans, and has bright blue kernels. This corn can be eaten as a sweet corn when young, or allowed to dry, it can be used to make flour. Hopi Blue has a higher protein content than a dent corn and makes wonderful tortillas.

A favorite for yellow cornmeal. Early maturing, Nothstine's sweet flavor is enough reason to grow it, and is one of the best varieties for cornmeal and is a favourite for cornbread and muffins, and good for tortillas too.

An unusual variety with forest green kernels and is centuries-old. This variety is a favorite of the Zapotec peoples of southern Mexico, utilized in their green tamales and tortillas. This dent variety exhibits complex nutty, earthy flavors and aromas, and is high in starch, making it ideal for nixtamal, grits, and cornmeal.

This was one of the corn varieties introduced to the settlers around the 1840s by the Native Americans. The seed coat is deep red to burgundy and it grows 12 feet tall. The milled corn is white with dark red flecks throughout, like blood splatters on a white butcher’s apron, thus the name “Bloody Butcher”. It has been recently in demand by “designer distilleries” for its taste once fermented. But the kernels are bursting with corn flavor, and is an ideal variety for cornmeal and grits.

Boone County White was created by Mr. James Riley of Boone County, Indiana back in 1874. Mr. Riley started with the Native American variety "White Mastodon" and selected the traits he desired such as ear size and leaf size. A few years later he released his new corn and named it Boone County White. It is a diverse corn that is used for silage, stock feed and cornmeal. Boone County was very popular for good reason. It is a very heavy producer of huge ears that measure 9-11" in length. The uniform ears have 18-22 rows. These are some of the largest ears you will find on any corn stocks. And since Antioch Acres is based in Boone County, Indiana, it only seemed right to bring this variety home!