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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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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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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Rodents, birds and safety measures
This blog features damage caused by rodents and birds, and suggests safety measures to consider when practicing infestation control.
Tony Elliot |
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SP-1 maize mill produces superior extraction rates and profitability
The popular ROFF SP-1 maize milling machine is a well-priced maize mill with superior extraction rate that gives you increased profitability.
Koot 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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Milling maize into money in Zambia’s Western Province
Mukumbuta Mukumbuta, a Zambian entrepreneur and owner of Country Millers shares how he’s milling maize into money in Zambia.
Jan Jordaan |
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Learn more: Roff’s R-70 – best-In-class extraction rate
We have relaunched the popular Roff SP-1 maize milling machine, ideal for a startup entrepreneur who does not want to compromise on reliability or quality.
Jan Jordaan |
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Bring the mill to the community with the innovative Posho
Roff's innovative Posho mill is perfect for entrepreneurs looking to start a community milling business.
Jan Jordaan |
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The importance of extraction rates on the overall maize mill profitability
Extraction rate and milling gain contribute towards the company's profits. Let us look at the importance of maintaining an acceptable extraction rate.
Jan Jordaan |
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Types of insecticides and fumigants used in mills
25% of all stored grain, is lost annually to damage caused by insects. We examine different types of insecticides and fumigants maize millers can consider.
Tony Elliot |
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How maize kernel hardness affects extraction rates: Part 2
Read part 2 in our series on how maize kernel hardness plays an important role in extraction rates, profitability and product quality.
Koot 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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Maize meal quality checks #1: Moisture content testing
Moisture content plays a crucial role in the quality, shelf life and safety of maize meal. In this blog, we explore why testing for moisture is essential, how it affects...
Tony Elliot |
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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 |
