KENYA – The Bühler Group’s African Milling School (AMS), based in Ruiru, Kenya, is expanding its training portfolio with the launch of its innovative Apprentice Feed Miller Program.
Scheduled to commence on March 3rd, 2025, this initiative aims to address critical skill gaps in Africa’s feed milling industry by offering a comprehensive training experience for professionals in feed manufacturing and related sectors.
AMS, an integral part of Bühler, has been a leader in milling education since 2015, training over 1,200 professionals in grain and feed processing. Its state-of-the-art facilities include a fully operational milling plant, analytical laboratories, and modern classrooms, providing a holistic learning environment.
Recognized as a leading institution for milling education in Africa, AMS is committed to bridging skill gaps and enhancing the efficiency of the milling and feed production industries.
Program Details
The Apprentice Feed Miller Program spans 16 weeks of online preparatory training followed by 8 weeks of intensive on-campus sessions, ensuring participants gain expertise in advanced feed production processes. Key features of the program include:
- Online Preparatory Training (16 weeks): Focus on foundational concepts, including cereal science, basic mathematics, mechanical conveying, and electrical engineering.
- On-Campus Training (8 weeks): Conducted at AMS’s Ruiru campus, this hands-on phase covers plant maintenance, pellet quality testing, steam rack operations, and advanced automation using PLCs.
- Specialized Modules: Topics include size reduction, mixing theory, pest control, and food safety. The program ensures participants are well-versed in operating key machinery such as hammermills and pellet presses.
The program aims to equip participants with practical skills to optimize production plants, reduce downtimes, and improve pellet quality and animal nutrition
Advancing Industry Standards
Africa’s feed milling sector faces challenges such as post-harvest losses, energy inefficiencies, and reliance on imports. AMS is addressing these issues by focusing on local crop utilization, sustainability, and technological innovation.
Graduates of the program will be equipped to implement cost-saving measures, improve production efficiency, and meet evolving consumer demands.
The program is part of Bühler’s commitment to fostering resilience and sustainability in Africa’s food systems. By focusing on locally available crops like millet, sorghum, and pulses, alongside traditional grains, the initiative aims to support food security and unlock new market opportunities for value-added products.
Professionals interested in the program can find additional details by contacting AMS at ams.nairobi@buhlergroup.com.
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