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The product
Dicoccum Spelt
Semi-pearled spelt cultivated in Cascina Oschien, Vercelli
Code:
93826
Country of origin:
Italy - Piedmont
Weight:
500 g
Minimum order:
1 piece
| Raw material | Spelt of the Dicoccum species cultivated in a protected biodiversity environment |
|---|---|
| Appearance | The grains have a good size and present an oval-elliptical shape; light brown in colour |
| Taste | Sweet and with a good consistency |
| Curiosity | Cascina Oschiena's spelt is now semi pearled, with the idea of the producer of keeping part of the bran and the germ to preserve the nutritional properties and making it less "refined". |
| Our selection | Cascina Oschiena has obtained the EU recognition of Special Protection Area and since 2018 has become "Natural Oasis" thanks the convertion of 25 hectares previously dedicated to the cultivation of rice to the creation of an oasis for the protection of biodiversity. |
| Suggestions | Ideal for soups, cold salads and dessert. Great in combination with legumes and vegetables, exalting tastes and fragrances. Cooking time: 25 minutes |
| Ingredients | Semi-pearly SPELT of the Dicoccum species |
|---|---|
| Allergens | Cereals containing gluten and thereof |
| Weight | 500 g |
| Packaging | Packed in a polypropylene bag suitable for food contact |
| Storage Conditions (packaged products) | Store in a dry and cool place |
| Instructions for use | Wash thoroughly before use |
| Paese di origine ingrediente principale | Italy |
| Nutrition Declaration | No |
The producer
Cascina Oschiena - Crova (VC) - Piedmont
Why we chose them
The Oschiena Farmstead is one of the oldest in the province of Vercelli, and was part of the estate of the Abbey of St. Stephen of Vercelli from the
14th century up to the end of the 1700s.
Since 2008 Cascina Oschiena is run by Alice Cerutti, 32 years old, an agricultural entrepreneur with a degree in Business Studies, vicepresident of
the European Council of Young Farmers.
Over the years, extensive renovation work has been carried out, while maintaining the essence and character of the original structures. With great
care and attention, all the old buildings have been maintained: the drying kiln and the silos necessary for modern rice cultivation have been
seamlessly integrated into the traditional architecture. In 2012 photovoltaic panels were installed to reduce energy consumption from non-renewable
sources, making the farm more ecologically sustainable. Alice participates in a project called Ecorice, aimed to protect the environment and
encourage biodiversity by recreating ancient rural landscapes.
The land occupied by the farm is part of the "Vercelli Rice Fields" Special Protected Area. Rice is coltiveted in accordance with the guidelines of
Piedmont region and EU regarding controls on the use of fertilisers and pesticides.
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