How It's Made
Canola plants are grown from canola seeds that have not been genetically modified. The canola plant is made up of small yellow flowers which have round black seeds at their center. The plants are harvested and the seeds are removed and transported to the mill. As a part of the Non-GMO Project Verification, before processing, the proteins in the seeds are tested to ensure that there are no GMOs. This makes sure there was no GMO cross-contamination through wind or otherwise.
The non-gmo canola oil is expeller pressed using a physical press that squeezes the oil out of the seed. This process is a healthier alternative to most conventional canola oil extraction, which is typically a solvent-expelled process that uses harsh chemical solvents, like hexane, to draw the oil out of the seed.
After the oil is expelled pressed, it goes through a refining, bleaching and deodorizing process, which you can learn more about here. Then the oil is ready for use!
Our non-GMO canola oil is verified by the Non-GMO Project™.
What It's Used For
Non-GMO Canola Oil is a multi-purpose oil that is light in color and has a mild taste. This makes it ideal for use in baking, frying, sautéing and home cooking. Because of its light flavor, it can be used in both savory and sweet foods.
It's also used as a bulk ingredient by food manufacturers, sauce makers, industrial bakeries and other businesses. It's is one of the most popular choices for oil ingredients in the natural / healthy food industry.