Description

Maize is a major food crop in developing countries. The milling of maize to make flour results in large amounts of maize bran and germ. The two by-products are of low economic value and dominate the livestock feed manufacturing sector hence not considered as human food. The creation of awareness on the benefits of maize bran and germ as raw materials and establishing guidelines for their use as human food can revolutionise the maize industry. Careful handling of maize germ and bran by the millers can also result in the creation of vital raw materials for the confectionery and bakery sector. At the policy level, the Ministry of Health and Uganda National Bureau of Standards can develop implement and enforce standards to enhance the nutrition value of the bakery and confectionery products with fiber by incorporating maize bran and germ. In the long run, this will have a positive impact on the Food and Nutrition Policy.