New from Biruința Olteniei in 2026
Whole Non-Degerminated Country Cornmeal
Made from flint corn grown specifically for human consumption, preserving the germ in the finished product with a coarse texture, just like in the old days.
Available starting Autumn 2026
It is not enough to just mill like in our grandparents' time. Everything must start with the right grain.
Everything begins in the field
How we obtain our cornmeal matters. But just as important is the corn where it all begins.
That is why, in 2026, within the Biruința Olteniei Cooperative, we cultivated flint corn specifically intended for human-consumption cornmeal.
After harvest, the grains will be transformed into a coarse country cornmeal, with an authentic corn flavor and the germ retained in the finished product.
The essential difference
The germ stays in the cornmeal
In the degermination process, the germ is separated from the rest of the grain. Our cornmeal will be non-degerminated, meaning the germ remains in the finished product.
Thus, the cornmeal retains more of the natural components of the corn grain, offering a rustic texture, a richer aroma, and a unique nutritional profile specific to a whole product.
Why is the germ important?
The germ is the living part of the corn grain. It is a valuable natural component containing a significant portion of the grain's healthy lipids, minerals, and natural compounds.
Retained Germ Remains part of the finished product without being separated before milling.
More Grain Components The cornmeal retains the germ along with all other valuable components of the grain.
Authentic Taste and Aroma Flint corn and coarse texture give unique personality to the final dish.
✓ What will make it different
- ✓ Made from flint corn grown specifically for human-consumption cornmeal
- ✓ Non-degerminated, with the germ retained in the finished product
- ✓ Coarse texture, specific to traditional country cornmeal
- ✓ Rich taste and authentic corn flavor
- ✓ Produced in small batches after the autumn 2026 corn harvest
The polenta grandma used to cut with a string
We don't want an ultra-fine, textureless cornmeal. We want the kind of cornmeal used to make real polenta: hearty, flavorful, and rich in corn taste.
The polenta grandma flipped onto the wooden board and sliced with a string. A simple taste that takes us back to the traditional meals of yesteryear.
From grain to cornmeal
1. We cultivate Flint corn intended for human-consumption cornmeal.
2. We harvest We wait for the grains to reach full maturity and develop the right characteristics.
3. We mill the cornmeal We use a specialized corn mill, preserving the germ in the finished product and achieving the desired coarse texture.
4. We package The first bags will be prepared after the autumn 2026 corn harvest.
For traditional tastes and recipes
- ✓ Traditional country polenta
- ✓ Cauldron-cooked polenta
- ✓ Cornbread, loaves, and cornmeal dishes
- ✓ Romanian recipes prepared just like in the old days
Coming soon
The first harvest will be available in Autumn 2026
The corn is currently growing in the field. After harvest and milling, we will announce the availability of the first batches.
Note: Exact nutritional values and final storage recommendations will be published at launch, following laboratory testing of the finished product.
? Frequently Asked Questions
What does non-degerminated cornmeal mean?
It means the germ of the corn grain is not removed prior to milling, but remains part of the finished product.
Why is retaining the germ important?
The germ is a natural component of the grain containing a significant portion of the corn's lipids, minerals, and natural compounds.
What is flint corn?
It is a hard-grain corn variety, ideal for producing cornmeal with a coarse texture and pronounced flavor.
Will the cornmeal be stone-ground?
No. For this product, we use a specialized corn mill chosen specifically to achieve the desired coarse texture and preserve the germ in the finished product.
Will it be fine or coarse cornmeal?
It will be a coarse country-style cornmeal with a rustic texture, perfect for traditional polenta and other cornmeal-based recipes.
When will it be available?
The first batches are scheduled for Autumn 2026, following the harvest and processing of the corn.
What will be the shelf life?
Shelf life and final storage conditions will be established and communicated after laboratory analysis of the finished product.
