Milling 101 - Roff crushers
Roff Milling manufactures and supplies both hammer and roller mills to various industries such as animal feed production, breweries and even tea producers.
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Explore topics and tips related to maize production, maize milling, entrepreneurship, the marketing of maize meal and many more. Let’s unlock the world of maize milling for you – happy reading!
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The history of maize
Learn more about the grain that feeds so many nations, as well as how Southern African maize producers can optimise their profitability with help from Roff
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Milling 101: Roff hammer mills
Roff manufactures turn-key compact maize roller mills and milling equipment, hammer mills for stock feed and dust collection and aspiration systems.
Jan Jordaan |
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The Advantages of Roller vs Hammer Mills
Both hammer and roller mills have their advantages, a combination of both can maximise production capacity and cost-effectiveness.
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Roller vs hammer mills: the ultimate guide to energy, yield and ROI
Roller vs hammer mills: which is best for fine maize flour? In African markets, many consumers prefer ultra-fine maize flour. Hammer mills are affordable and simple, but they use more...
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Kamunu Milling: A story of grit, growth and game-changing decisions
Behind every successful milling operation is a powerful story — and Kamunu Milling is no exception. In Namibia’s Zambezi Region, where resilience is often the difference between survival and success,...
Jan Jordaan |
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Maize milling processes and terms explained
Discover how maize is transformed into super maize meal, samp, and animal feed in this step-by-step guide to the maize milling process. This article explains key milling terms, stages from...
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Community Posho mill: Food security & family legacy
A compact Roff Posho mill can turn a village’s own maize into affordable meal, generate steady cash for the owner, and leave a business the next generation can grow. Discover...
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Bulk vs bagged intake: Cost, hygiene and speed
Choosing between bulk and bagged maize intake has a big impact on your mill’s cost-efficiency, hygiene standards, and production speed. This blog breaks down the pros and cons of each...
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Shift miller checklist: 10 habits that ensure quality
Behind every quality bag of maize meal is a skilled shift miller. This blog breaks down the 10 daily habits that set top-performing millers apart—covering inspections, hygiene, machine calibration, and...
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Africa’s food security amid global turmoil
As Africa faces intensifying hunger in 2025, the biggest threats to food security no longer come from global markets — but from within. From internal conflicts and climate shocks to...
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Maize milling food safety: key steps
When it comes to running a successful milling business, food safety isn’t optional—it’s essential. In today’s market, consumers demand safe, clean food, and a single contamination incident can cost you...
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