Bran

Bran, also known as miller's bran, is the hard outer layers of cereal grain. It consists of the combined aleurone and pericarp. Along with germ, it is an integral part of whole grains, and is often produced as a byproduct of milling in the production of refined grains.

Bran is present in cereal grain, including rice, corn (maize), wheat, oats, barley, rye and millet. Bran is not the same as chaff, which is a coarser scaly material surrounding the grain but not forming part of the grain itself.

Known Location

All areas where grains are grown

Growth form:

Grass family: varied

General habitat:

Any habitat that enables grain to grow

Uses:

• Bread enrichment
• Brewing ales and beers
• Animal fodder

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