Making money from maize in Africa
This blog takes a look at why producing maize meal in Africa is a sound business opportunity, the challenges faced by African producers, and some of the corrective measures that...
Jan Jordaan |
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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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6 Tips for writing an effective executive summary
The executive summary is often the most read, and therefore the most important, part of a business plan
Jan Jordaan |
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Why new businesses fail: Top 5 pitfalls
We look at five of the problems small and medium scale startups could face, and how to work around them
Jan Jordaan |
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Want to start a maize milling business in Africa?
Starting a business in Africa comes with a host of unique challenges. A maize milling business is no exception.
Jan Jordaan |
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Maize Milling challenges facing entrepreneurs
Maize milling challenges facing entrepreneurs, our latest blog looks at some common problems to consider when entering the maize milling industry.
Jan Jordaan |
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The practicalities of starting a maize milling business
Understand the feasibility considerations of the industry you’re entering, including securing start-up capital and determining your ROI or profitability.
Jan Jordaan |
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5 Steps to starting a small-scale maize milling business
The popular and affordable ROFF SP-1 small scale maize milling machine with superior extraction rates gives you increased profitability.
Jan Jordaan |
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The ideal maize meal mill for community milling
Roff’s hard-working Posho Maize Milling Machine with simplified roller milling technology is the ideal maize mill for community milling.
Jan Jordaan |
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5 tips for entrepreneurs writing a business plan
Writing a solid business plan is the first step toward building a successful maize milling business. In this blog, we share 5 practical tips to help entrepreneurs create a focused,...
Jan Jordaan |
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Remaining profitable when the markets are down
Roff gives millers some valuable advice on how to weather a downturn in the market when profits are under pressure.
Charl Marais |
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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...
Jan Jordaan |
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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...
Koot Jordaan |
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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...
Jan Jordaan |
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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...
Jan Jordaan |
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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...
Jan Jordaan |
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Maize meal fortification compliance guide 2025
Staying compliant with maize meal fortification regulations in 2025 is essential for millers across sub-Saharan Africa. This hands-on guide outlines the latest requirements, practical steps for implementation, and how small...
Koot Jordaan |
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Moisture control for community maize millers
Quality control plays an important role in every stage of the production of maize products, from intake to packing. This is also true for community millers, since their customers are...
Jan Jordaan |
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How to maximise maize meal shelf life
Learn what really controls maize meal shelf life—moisture, fat, temperature, packaging and fortification—and get practical steps to prevent spoilage, stay compliant and protect profits in your maize or community mill.
Jan Jordaan |
