Wheat and meslin flour

cpc code 23110 covers the production and processing of wheat and meslin flour, a critical ingredient in the global food supply chain. As a staple food product, wheat and meslin flour is an essential component of many baked goods, pasta, and other food items consumed worldwide. This industry plays a vital role in the broader agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to food security and economic development in both developed and developing countries.

The production of wheat and meslin flour involves several key steps. First, wheat and meslin grains are harvested, cleaned, and stored. The grains are then milled, typically using a combination of mechanical and thermal processes, to separate the endosperm from the bran and germ. The endosperm is then ground into a fine powder, resulting in the final wheat and meslin flour product. Advanced milling techniques, such as roller milling, help to optimize the yield and quality of the flour.

The primary inputs required for the production of wheat and meslin flour include the raw wheat and meslin grains, as well as various machinery and equipment used in the milling process. This includes grain silos, cleaning equipment, milling machines, and packaging materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, transportation infrastructure, and access to reliable energy sources to support the production and distribution of wheat and meslin flour.

The main output of the wheat and meslin flour industry is, of course, the flour itself. This product is then consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 10610 Manufacture of bread; manufacture of fresh pastry goods and cakes, 10620 Manufacture of rusks and biscuits; manufacture of preserved pastry goods and cakes, and 10730 Manufacture of macaroni, noodles, couscous and similar farinaceous products. The flour may also be further processed into other wheat-based products, such as semolina or bulgur.