Organic Processing Vo1.8 #6 - November/December 2011

tion better to attain higher protein and iron ingestion. One of PrimaSoy’s goals was to use this product to help address issues of global malnutrition, and it has begun working with OTC Nutrition to develop soy products fortified with protein, calcium, iron, vitamin A, magnesium and zinc.

One major trend is a return to ancient grains, and this year SK Food International has introduced a line of organic ancient grains and grain flours, including amaranth, millet, quinoa, sorghum, spelt and teff. Ancient grains carry a high level of protein, omega- 3 fatty acids and antioxidants and are said to have a more distinctive and flavorful taste than modern grains. Amaranth, millet, quinoa, sorghum and teff are all naturally gluten-free.

Quinoa and amaranth are especially growing in demand based on the fact they are one of the few plant-based sources of complete protein that contain no known allergens or gluten. However, grains that are inherently gluten-free can be contaminated with gluten if they use a shared facility that also processes products that contain gluten. To ensure peace of mind for those who make gluten-free products, Multiple Organics now offers organic, certified gluten-free (GF) quinoa and amaranth that are processed in a dedicated, certified gluten-free, kosher-parve HACCP facility. Certified GF through the Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO; creators of the GF label), these products have to meet a science-based standard that is confirmed by field inspections. GF quinoa is available in white, red and tricolor varieties. These farmers also benefit from Multiple Organics solar lighting project launched this year.

In response to the growing de-
mand for quinoa, Specialty Com-
modities Inc. (SCI) and joint-venture
partner Andean Naturals recently in-
troduced organic Royal Quinoa crisps
and Royal Quinoa germ. Royal Quinoa is a larger-grain variety that is grown and
cultivated in small farms at elevations over 13,000 feet on the shores of the Boli-
vian salt flats. It contains up to 13 percent protein and 39 percent protein in
germ form. Technical assistance, cash advances and organic certification is pro-
vided and a HACCP-certified plant in La Paz was recently added.

Food is Precious choose your ingredients wisely When it comes to food, safety is MOST important. That’s why we’ve worked with some of the nation’s top food safety experts to create the Multiple Organics Safety and Testing (MOST) program. MOST ensures precautions are taken at every step in the supply chain so that he great tasting organic food we provide is also as safe as possible. MO would like to wish you and yours Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year!! Let us know about your Holiday needs Cranberries Walnuts Almonds Figs Ask for Multiple Organics Offering over 100 different Bakery Seeds, Beans, Cocoa Products, Dried Fruits, Grains, Lentils, Nuts, Peas & Sugar ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; *Allergen-Free Chocolate A Light of Hope for Organic Cacao and Quinoa Farmers. Multiple Organics recently launched a program to install solar lighting in the homes of armers living in remote areas of Peru with no access to electricity. Instead of traveling hours in rough terrain to buy candles, farmers and their families, like those above, now have access to free, sustainable light. Better lighting makes it easier to study. Education leads to a better future. And, when you se the quinoa and cacao these farmers grow, you become a partner in this project and our story becomes your story.