Maize

Known as WM, with varied grades dependant on the following Grading Table as supplied by the South African Agricultural Department.

Known as YM, with varied grades dependant on the following Grading Table as supplied by the African Agricultural Department

More commonly referred to as “corn” can be both white and yellow and is the maize in its raw form just after harvest without any milling. Below Image shows you the detailed structure of the induvial kernel which structure plays an important role in the milling of the maize.

Is the term referred to the Maize Kernl after milling. The most common Meal is Super Fine, which is most popular in Southern Africa. The difference is based on the coarseness of the grind. South Africa is one of the few countries that require the Maize Meal to be fortified. For more information on the fortification guidelines please click here.