Daydreaming since 1986 eventually became an addiction—and that journey still continues. From making super silky rice to grading the broken, enabling efficient paddy drying, continuous parboiling, bulk storage, and more—these have been some of the louder milestones along the way.
Over the decades, the commodities of land, labour, and other resources have shifted from being easily and cheaply available to becoming increasingly unaffordable. This reality calls for new ways of tackling challenges. Daydreaming once again points toward an innovative solution: re-imagining the Rice Mill as a vertical tower.
A vertical design brings multiple advantages—ease of automation, reduced power consumption, and minimized wear and tear of equipment. Structural engineering has also evolved over the years, making it possible to design safe and economical towers with multiple mezzanine levels. Such an approach not only optimizes space but also ensures efficiency in operations.
Of course, this vision demands careful techno-commercial considerations. Yet, the potential is promising. A vertical tower design could even bring the additional benefit of reducing reliance on chemical disinfestation.
As we step into the festive season, let this be a time of evolution under brighter light—toward smarter, more sustainable rice milling for the future.