[The Grain Lady](https://www.thegrainlady.com/) is a resource for all things grain - in the field and in the kitchen. Listen in as I interview Mona about what a heritage grain is and why it’s important to not only our tastebuds and digestion, but also to our local community and farmers. If you are a home baker or pasta maker, or are interested in becoming one, this episode is for you!

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### Highlights from this interview

* **6:35** - Restoring a local grain economy.* **8:20** - What is a heritage grain?* **12:40** - What is the flavor of heritage wheat?* **14:06** - Digestibility of grains & gluten sensitivity.* **19:47** - Milling your own grain & the [color wheel](https://www.thegrainlady.com/the-whole-grain-pantry) of grain.* **22:57** - What to use to [mill your own](https://amzn.to/2J0PdUs) grains at home.* **23:50** - Advice for anyone looking to bring heritage grains to their community.* **25:50** - What is the [Colorado Grain Chain](https://www.coloradograinchain.com/grain-chain)?

### Read more about this podcast episode:The blog post for this episode can be found [here](https://www.themoderndomestique.com/post/tmd-podcast-s3-e3-learning-about-heritage-grains-with-the-grain-lady).

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