All natural. Naturally nutritious. Barley, the spirit of a grain. Cultivated for about 8000 years, Barley is the world's oldest grain. Originating in the ancient Middle East and North Africa, it was brought to the New World by the Dutch primarily to make beer. This easily digestible wheat free grain, when milled into flour, is ideal for flatbreads or porridge due to it's lower gluten content. Kosher. USDA organic. Arrowhead Mills has been the pioneer and leader in organic baking mixes, grains, cereals and nut butters since 1960. We believe in nature's abundance and treat food with respect - not chemicals! Capturing the essence of the earth with organically grown ingredients, Arrowhead Mills takes you back to the basics with the best-tasting diverse selection of products for home-baked goodness. 100% Organic. Grown with synthetic pesticides. Made with no genetically engineered ingredients. Good source of fiber. Low fat. All natural - no artificial anything! Low fat diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Certified organic by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).