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OLD VARIETIESCEREALS AND

OLD VARIETIESCEREALS AND LEGUMESFROM PLOWLESS DEMETERINTERCROPPINGPlowless intercropping.This label was founded by Antonius Conte(Naturkraftwerke) and stands for an environmentallyfriendly farming method that most effectivelyprotects agricultural resources and also makes a significantcontribution to CO 2 reduction. Soil erosion, water consumption,and energy use are significantly reduced, while promoting planthealth and ensuring habitats for insects, birds, and small wildlife.Biotope-like paradise landscapes are often a beautiful result of thisfarming method, which does not use generalized techniques butadapts to the specific soil and climate conditions.Interesting Facts About the PlowThe plow seems almost irreplaceable in agricultural soil cultivation. Its use datesback to many cultures, even the Stone Age: simple forked branches, initially pulledby humans, later by animals! The first hook-shaped iron plows appeared simultaneouslyin China and among the Celts. The so-called «share plows,» which turnthe soil, became widespread only around 500 AD. Until the early 20th century,the limiting factor was the pulling power, which prevented plow-induced damage.This «plowing» is in no way comparable to today’s forms of soil cultivation! Plowingdepths of up to 100 cm are easily achievable with modern machines. However, thiscomes at the cost of very high energy consumption and massive soil compaction.The latter leads to a vicious cycle: to break up heavily compacted plow soles, deeperplowing is required, using even heavier machines that consume more energy andfurther compact the soil.MERGOSCIA CORNPOLENTA BRAMATAMergoscia corn is an old corn variety originally from theTicino village of Mergoscia in the Verzasca Valley. Thisvariety, with its golden-yellow and flavorful kernels, isexcellent for polenta. The corn for this Bramata polentacomes from Swiss Demeter farms. The kernels are carefullyground into semolina using a stone mill.# 17571, 400 g, DemeterOATSThe low gluten content and the unique fat balance makeoats particularly easy to digest. These characteristics arehighly pronounced in Black Oats. The cooked grains makea delicious addition to soups, stews, salads, casseroles,patties, side dishes, etc.BLACK OATS# 17485, 400 g, DemeterNAKED OAT# 17497, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDFAIR &FRIENDThe bags of these products are made frombio degradable cellulose and are producedfrom agricultural waste (corn, sugarcane, rice,etc.) and wood waste from certified forestry.The material is compostable but takes a longtime to decompose in a garden compost.We recommend using the organic waste bin.10FOOD PRODUCTS

FOREST RYE GRAINForest rye grain, also known as Johannis or ancient rye,grows at elevations up to 1400 meters. The yield is morethan 50 % lower than that of regular rye, which is why thevariety nearly fell into oblivion. The grain is significantlysmaller and has a sweet and rustic flavor.# 17486, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDKHORASAN WHEATKhorasan wheat contains more protein, amino acids, vitamins,and minerals than conventional wheat varieties andis used in the same way as wheat or spelt. It can be usedas whole grain or in the form of flour, semolina, and grits(for baked goods, pasta, bulgur, couscous) or flakes.# 17570, 400 g, Demeter# 17576, 5 kg, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDRED MILLETRed millet is a type of foxtail millet with a dark redhusk and is known for its robust growth and goodresistance to drought. It offers a flavorful alternative tomodern millet varieties.# 17510, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDBLACK EMMEREmmer is considered the backbone of Egyptian civilization.It gave rise to the first fine pastries, bread, and beer. Thehardy Black Emmer is protected from UV-induced mutationsby its color and is genetically the most stable grain.# 17484, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDRED WHEATRed wheat is an ancient form of wheat. It has the samegood baking properties as wheat and a strong, heartyaroma. Red wheat can be easily flaked and is also suitablefor pasta and other grain dishes.# 17503, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDSPELTSpelt is an ancient grain that was already cultivated by theCelts and ancient Egyptians. It has the same good bakingproperties as wheat and a fine nutty aroma. It is also suitablefor pasta, casseroles, and patties.# 17494, 400 g, DemeterFAIR &FRIENDPRODUCT ALSO AVAILABLEIN BULK PACKAGING.Tel 044 972 27 77 11