A New Generation — The Fourth — Takes The Reins Of Uhlmann Co.

Ardent Mills, the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, today announced Heather Dumas has joined the company as its chief people officer. In this role, Dumas will be responsible for all aspects of human resources, people management and internal communications. She is part of Ardent Mills’ Senior Leadership Team. …

Dallas home cooks now have wide access to the artisan flours and cornmeals favored by top Texas chefs. This fall, Barton Springs Mill’s organic, heirloom grain and corn products debuted in the bulk departments of Central Market and Whole Foods Market. They’re also sold by some smaller, local vendors such as Brown Bag Provisions. The mill’s retail expansion dovetailed with the quarantine baking craze, which they say fueled a surge in online flour orders. …

A perfect storm of trouble—extreme dry conditions, a volatile commodity market, and climbing expenses—have millers and bakers passing on rising costs to customers. …