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AI has dominated industry talk—but milling needs prediction, not hype. Real value comes only when AI is built on automation, a strong OT network, one validated PLC-based data source, and fully automated clean data—so mills can anticipate failures, quality drift, energy use, and bottlenecks before they hit throughput.

Following the successful operation of a 600 tons per day turnkey flour mill, commissioned three years ago and operating reliably since then, Alapala announces a new agreement with Brazil-based Marata Group for additional flour milling investments totalling 1,600 tpd capacity.

At IAOM MEA 2025 in Jeddah, Bühler CTO Dr. Ian Roberts argues that protein diversification, AI and industrial-scale upcycling will be key to reshaping the global food system and warns that the world will not remain within planetary boundaries unless it changes.

The Swiss technology group Bühler marked the 10th anniversary of its African Milling School (AMS) in Nairobi, Kenya, with a ceremony that brought together more than 100 guests, including customers, alumni, and local partners.

Speaking at the IAOM Eurasia Conference & Expo 2025, AgResource CEO Dan Basse painted a bearish picture for global grain markets. Record wheat yields, a massive U.S. corn harvest, and steady soybean output have created an environment of oversupply, while demand growth has stagnated.

Safeguarding grain integrity has become a critical global priority. As supply chains grow more complex, food safety in grain processing demands advanced control systems, technological innovation, and an unwavering commitment to protecting public health.

Ensuring safety in grain processing remains fundamental to public health, industry reputation, and global market access. As climate change amplifies risks and emerging technologies unlock new solutions, the sector is undergoing a pivotal transformation.

Since its introduction in 1928, the Brabender Farinograph measuring system has been the most frequently used tool for determining the quality of flour.

Combustible dust safety in the grain industry is an ongoing challenge that requires continuous attention and improvement.

In the ever-evolving sphere of industrial food and feed processing, the role of advanced weighing and dosing systems is of profound importance.

Alapala, one of the leading global groups specializing in grain, feed, and pasta processing technologies, proudly announced the completion of 21 turnkey projects in 15 diverse countries throughout the year 2023.