There are thousands of local bakeries across the U.S. So what makes Little Rae’s unique? While we attribute our brand’s success to a multitude of factors, one of the most important is that we use carefully sourced, high-grade ingredients in our products.
For example, we use Shepherd’s Grain flour in many of our recipes. Founded in 2003 by Fred Fleming and Karl Kupers, Shepherd’s Grain practices soil regenerating, no-till farming. The result? Premium flour that is not only healthier for consumers, but healthier for the environment as well.
While many companies claim to be eco-friendly, only a handful can actually prove it; Shepherd’s Grain is one of those select few. Not only are their growers certified sustainable by the Food Alliance, all of their products are also non-GMO verified.
The company also prides itself on being grower owned, a model that we support as a small business. In fact, many of their growers have been working land that’s been in their families since the early 1900s or prior, allowing them to carry on a generational tradition. As Shepherd’s Grain co-founder Fred Fleming likes to say, whenever you consume or use their flour, you “become a food activist and a disciple to save the family farm.” It’s one of many reasons we’re honored to partner with this forward-thinking company.
Last but not least, Shepherd’s Grain makes it easy for consumers to track down the origins of their food—right down to the very person who grew it. Their commitment to transparency is a value that we share. Thanks to their morals, we’re able to deliver fresh-baked goods that are ethically sourced.
Want to learn more about Shepherd’s Grain? We invite you to check out their website here.