Product Description: Yellow Maize
Scientific name: Zea mays
Common names: Yellow maize, yellow corn, field corn
Physical / Quality Attributes
Attribute
Typical Specification / Description
Kernel colour
Bright golden yellow; uniform colour preferred. ++2
Purity / Foreign matter
Foreign matter ≤ ~ 1‑2% max; broken kernels and damaged / discoloured kernels also kept low. ++2
Packaging
Often sold in jute or polypropylene (PP) bags of 25kg, 50kg; also bulk shipment in containers. +1
Nutritional Profile
Here are typical nutritional values for yellow maize. Values can vary depending on variety, processing, and whether raw / cooked.
Component
Approximate Value per 100 g (raw)
Calories
~ 390‑400 kcal FitNigerian+1
Protein
~ 9‑10 g Global Linker+1
Dietary fiber
~ 5‑8 g +++4
Water (in raw)
~10‑12% FitNigerian+1
Uses & Applications
Yellow maize is highly versatile. Key uses include:
Human food
Fresh eating (corn on the cob / boiled / grilled) and sweet corn varieties. Go4WorldBusiness++2
Animal feed
A staple in poultry, swine, cattle feed, owing to its energy (starch) content and reasonable protein. ++3Go4WorldBusiness+3
Other applications include use in textiles, paper / packaging materials, depending on the starch quality. ++2
Dietary fiber aids digestion; carbohydrates provide energy.
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