Description
Specification of Yellow Maize
MAIZE | YELLOW MAIZE | WHITE MAIZE | ||
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QUALITY | Hybrid/ Big Grain | Desi/ Small Grain | Hybrid/ Big Grain | Desi/ Small Grain |
MOISTURE | 14% MAX | 14% MAX | 14% MAX | 14% MAX |
MOISTURE | 14% Max | 14% Max | 14% Max | 14% Max |
WEEVILED DAMAGED | 2% Max | 2% Max | 2% Max | 2% Max |
PROTEIN | 8% MIN | 8% MIN | 8% MIN | 8% MIN |
AFLATOXIN | 20PPB MAX | 20PPB MAX | 20PPB MAX | 20PPB MAX |
BROKEN KERNALS | 3% MAX | 3% MAX | 3% MAX | 3% MAX |
IMPURITIES | 2% MAX | 2% MAX | 2% MAX | 2% MAX |
GRAIN ADMIXTURE | 2% MAX | 2% MAX | 2% MAX | 2% MAX |
PACKING | 25kg,40kg,50kg bag in PP Bag | |||
LOADING | 24 MT IN 20 FT |
Yellow maize, commonly known as yellow corn, is a widely cultivated cereal grain, prized for its nutritional value and versatility in both food and feed applications. It’s a staple crop in many parts of the world and is used in a variety of food products, animal feed, and industrial applications.
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Nutritional Value:
Yellow maize is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and dietary fiber, as well as various vitamins and minerals.
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Color:
The yellow color of yellow maize is due to the presence of carotenoid pigments.
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Culinary Uses:
It’s used to make cornmeal, cornstarch, corn oil, and is a key ingredient in many processed foods.
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Animal Feed:
Yellow maize is a major component of livestock feed due to its high energy content.
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Industrial Uses:
Maize starch can be processed into various products like plastics, adhesives, and even biofuels.
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Cultivation:
It’s a versatile crop that can be grown in diverse climates, contributing to its global prevalence.
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Human Consumption:
Yellow maize is consumed directly as a grain or processed into various food products like tortillas, corn chips, and breakfast cereals.
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Animal Feed:
It’s a primary source of energy in animal feed, particularly for poultry and livestock.
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Industrial Products:Maize starch is used in a wide range of industrial applications, including food processing, textiles, and paper production.