Current statistics say 1 in 100 Americans have celiac disease, yet only 3% of those are diagnosed. As more people become aware of this disease in themselves, the demand for gluten free grains is going up. The gluten free market made $1.56 billion in sales in 2008 and is projected to reach $2.77 billion by 2012. As demand continues to increase, suppliers are struggling to keep up. One savvy group of local farmers has decided to meet this demand.

Big River Grains has planted 8 sample crops on their farm just outside of Corvallis. The gluten free grains they have chosen are amaranth, buckwheat, flax, oats, quinoa, sorghum, teff, and millet. Along with growing the grains, they will be milling and packaging them for sale. If you are interested in buying gluten free grains locally for yourself or your business- contact the owners today!