About Milehigh Mill

We are committed to restoring, preserving and recreating the lost art of local flour milling in Lassen County CA.

Our nation’s cereal grains were grown on more farmland in our country than any other crop. Although we have watched the rapid decline of agricultural ground dedicated to growing wheat in Lassen County we still continue the use of this nutritious staple as a major component of our diets.
It has been nearly impossible for today’s flour mills to have that intimate knowledge of where and how the grains are grown—until now!

Mile High Mill & Grain Co wants to restore confidence in the consumers that buy our cereal grains and milled flour.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our family farm is committed to using its fertile ground to sustainably grow and mill our certified organic grains. We know where every seed is grown in the field and where each seed is carefully milled to a delicious and health-giving flour product. We are delighted to bring back the dedication and intimacy that allowed farmers and millers to bring a nourishing wholesome flour product to you and those you love.
Mile High Mill & Grain Company’s vision is to restore Lassen county’s milling history by bringing back the growing and milling of yesteryear’s cereal grains. Our mission is to reintroduce onsite milling of our county’s amber waves of grain to Lassen County California in a way that is sustainable for future of the land and local wildlife.

MEET THE MILEHIGH MILL FAMILY

Thomas Traphagan

Owner & Rancher

I believe in feeding people wholesome nutritious food and I know that starts with our organic growing practices. Our grains are grown certified organic to ensure your family’s nutrition is guaranteed. I personally look forward to seeing our flour used to make your morning pastries or loaf of bread. As Walt Disney would say.... Dream, Believe, Dare, Do!

Andrea Traphagan

Owner & Photographer

Beauty is said to be in the eye of the beholder. For me this statement rings true as I enjoy capturing the beauty I behold on our family farm. On many occasions and at random moments I find myself in awe of the eminence of a completed harvest to the simplicity of a shaft of wheat. Life is joy.

Torin Thompson

Farm Manager

"Agriculture is the most healthful, most useful and most noble employment of man." George Washington

The simplicity of farming has been overlooked in my generation as a worthy occupation--I hope to change those misconceptions through education here on our farm.

Lucas Franklin

Mill Manager

"If you‘re not breaking something ....You’re not working!"
Learning the wrong way sometimes is the best education. Using different equipment on our land I have learned a lot by trial and error. Sometimes the learning curve is steep! But coming to understand our soil so that we can get the best quality grains and flours is fulfilling.

Randy Waters

Farm equipment operator & Grain Handler Technician

“It‘s a great place to work. The seasons are breathtaking and at times children playing makes work a lot more fun. They bring joy to the hearts of everyone here on the ranch. Raising grain is only a small part of what we do. We are raising families and that’s the heartbeat of our ranch ---Fulfills our dreams and gives us a sound vision for the future.”

Quinn Thompson

Farm Equipment Operator

“It feels good at the end of the day to know you made a product that other people are going to enjoy.” – Jericho Sanchez
Working long hours with my brother I feel accomplishment and pride in being part of preparing the land for growing our grains.
Along with the grains I’ve grown a new perspective and I learned about the value of family.

Amanda Klenk

Agricultural Technician

Life’s a garden...dig it! I love our ranch and I love to garden. I can often be found coaxing the ground to produce tasty food for our family---nutrition is of key importance to me! I find it enjoyable to be able to help run tractors or learn new ways to produce vegetables in a short growing season. I’m passionate about fueling our bodies with organic nutritious food. We are growing a family legacy of wholesome nutrition.

Alyssa Carson

Tractor Operator/ Equipment Repair

I like working at Sunset Ranch because it has given me a lot of learning opportunities from equipment and flour handling to the hay season. It is a great thing to teach children that it’s ok to work with their hands.

Dad

Patriarch

Our patriarch and his sidekick and personal advisor Gomer James.
Where you see one, you usually see the other. At 83 he’s still busy and helps out where he sees the need.

Robert Platou

Community Development Specialist

Our family loves coming up to visit the farm in Ravendale. It’s a rare chance for us as a family to get out of the city and enjoy the clear air and wide-open spaces. The kids can run outside, play with the dogs and enjoy a more open freedom than we have in our suburb neighborhood. It’s great to have our kids see how food is grown and how important farming and farmers are to our country

Mariah Platou

Education Development

"Farming is a Passion, a devoted and honorable way of life. It is a heritage and a legacy that connects one generation to the next and the force that feeds the world". B. Mohr.
I am grateful my children are part of a farming family legacy. I am grateful they’re learning how their food is grown. Clean living must involve clean eating if we are to enjoy our best selves.