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  1. Maize - Wikipedia

    Native Americans planted it alongside beans and squashes in the Three Sisters polyculture. Maize relies on humans for its propagation. Since the Columbian exchange, it has become a …

  2. Maize - Zea mays | Kew

    Maize, or corn, is the most grown cereal grain in the whole world by weight. In 2021, the world produced over 1.2 billion tonnes of maize for use in everything from food, drink, fuel, and even …

  3. Corn | History, Cultivation, Uses, & Description | Britannica

    4 days ago · Genetically modified corn Genetically engineered corn (maize) A field of genetically engineered corn (maize). Many industrial and feedstock varieties of corn are genetically …

  4. Maize - Zea mays: botanical characteristics, cultivation ...

    14 hours ago · Origins and botanical characteristics of maize Maize, scientifically known as Zea mays, stands as one of the world’s most significant cereal crops. This remarkable plante …

  5. Maize quick facts - Earth@Home: Evolution

    Feb 23, 2023 · Maize (Zea mays) is a tropical grass that is grown primarily for grain and is used as a staple food in many parts of the world. It produces relatively large, soft grains, called …

  6. Maize (corn) | Diseases and Pests, Description, Uses, Propagation

    Uses & Benefits Maize is a versatile crop with numerous uses and benefits. It serves as a staple food providing essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Maize …

  7. Maize - New World Encyclopedia

    Maize is an economically important plant, particularly widely cultivated in the United States, where it is the leading grain crop, ahead of wheat, oats, rice, and so forth. As maize advances its own …