The landscape of agricultural processing in Eastern Europe is gaining a significant new player. Time Investment Group, through its subsidiary Zolotonisky Bacon, is finalizing the construction of its new AMILL-CORN plant, a facility dedicated exclusively to the advanced processing of corn. With a planned intake capacity of 100,000 tons of grain per year, this venture represents a substantial bet on the value-added future of one of the world’s most crucial crops.
The cornerstone of the AMILL-CORN plant’s strategy is its commitment to quality and efficiency through technology. The company highlights the use of “unique de-germination technology,” a process critical for producing superior corn products. Modern degerming, often using impact or shear forces, allows for the precise separation of the oily germ and fibrous bran from the starchy endosperm. This results in higher yields of premium grits and flour with extended shelf life (as the rancidity-prone germ is removed) and creates cleaner, more valuable by-products for the feed sector.
This focus on quality is not just a technical detail; it’s a market necessity. The global corn processing market is robust and growing, driven by demand from the food, industrial, and animal feed sectors. According to a recent report by Grand View Research, the global corn market was valued at USD 317.6 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2024 to 2030. To compete in this market, processors must move beyond volume and prioritize product specificity and purity, which is precisely the gap this new plant aims to fill.
The product range—from various fractions of grits and flour to feed by-products—demonstrates a comprehensive approach to maximizing value from the raw commodity. For local corn producers and agronomists, this creates a potential premium offtake partner that may incentivize the production of specific corn varieties suited for dry milling. For agricultural engineers and scientists, the project serves as a case study in integrating modern quality control technologies at every stage of processing, from intake to finished product.
The nearing completion of the AMILL-CORN plant is a positive development for the regional agricultural economy. It signifies a strategic shift towards sophisticated, technology-driven processing that prioritizes end-product quality over mere volume. By investing in unique degerming technology and a diverse product portfolio, Time Investment Group is not just adding capacity; it is elevating the standard for corn processing. This project offers farmers a valuable new market channel and contributes to a more resilient and value-oriented agricultural supply chain.
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