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FEATURE

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Developing new milled products that have names like
Ultragrain, Sustagrain and GrainWise served as a major area
of focus at ConAgra Mills and Horizon Milling. Stoufer observed that innovation is no less important at Ardent Mills.
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ancient grains and specialty grains. We see opportunities in
our organic and sprouted capability. We are always looking
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network of facilities, the relationship we have with growers,
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forthcoming, Dye said.
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Stoufer said ancient grains remain an area of innovation and
excitement for Ardent Mills.
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by L. Joshua Sosland

Milling giant Ardent Mills says its
commitment to ingredient and end
product innovation stands out in
the industry
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with a 'wow' effect. You can do that with ancient grains. We
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sets the company apart is its ability to assist customers looking for help with product innovation. Dye said the company
has a unique array of resources that offer bakers and other
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Ardent Mills' Chief Executive Offficer Dan Dye. Photos by Sean Boggs.
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