Agriculture Products and Processes
Rice Micromill
Agency In-charge:
Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development
Description:
The rice micromill is a family or village-type rice mill that facilitates milling operations in the rural areas. It is highly portable, simple, and relatively cheaper. It performs dehulling and polishing in one pass inside the milling cylinder. It is a modified local version of a Chinese-designed Engelberg steel huller, popularly known in the country as "kiskisan."
Application of the Technology:
Applicable to small farmers in remote or rural areas where milling centers are inaccessible
Possible Areas of Technology Application:
The rice micromill is recommended for use in rural rice-growing areas
Market:
Farmers Associations, Cooperatives