Corn wet milling industry faces many challenges in the current dynamic global environment

(PRWEB) July 4, 2004 -- Research and Markets announces the addition of Global Corn Wet Milling Industry Analysis & Review Of Starch, Sweeteners And Co-Products to its offerings.

This report offers an extensive description and insights into the corn wet milling and starch industry. This report provides most of the pertinent information needed for organizations that wish to do business in the corn derived ingredients and expand or enhance the product portfolio to position in the global markets. It also provides important data and insights to develop appropriate strategies in acquiring the supply of products from this industry. The data provided was acquired from numerous sources as indicated in the reference section of this document. Some of the data was derived from the author's personal database obtained through 25 years of association within the corn wet milling industry.

The corn wet milling industry faces many challenges in the current dynamic global environment. The markets and applications for corn-derived products have evolved, and will continue to evolve in the future. As indicated in this report, the industry is an oligopoly dominated by a few very large players and also by large market segments and large volume customers.

This report provides an in-depth summary of the starch industrys players, their capabilities, strengths and weaknesses. ADM and Cargill continue to be the leaders in this industry in terms of volume. .

The cost structure of the industry is burdened by heavy capital investments. Energy and water usage rates are high. For example, processing one ton of corn can require as much as nine tons of water. Efficiencies and economies of scale drive profitability and the long-term sustainability of this industry. For this reason, capacity issues are critical. Biotechnology is poised to make major changes in corn as a raw material and in improvements to processing efficiencies. It will create a paradigm shift in the processing and use of starch as a polymer.
                                                        
This report concludes with a challenging discussion on geography issues, government policies, and international trade issues. There remain excellent opportunities for global, multinational organizations to move forward and create a positive impact on the global economical and technological fronts. With the appropriate vision and strategy, the future for the corn wet milling industry and its customers, remains bright.

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