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Abstract. Maize is a major cereal crop. Worldwide, wheat,
maize, and rice are produced in greater quantities than any other
crop. Of these crops, maize has the highest average yield per
hectare. Maize is a good source of energy for both humans and
animals. It is high-yielding, easy to process and readily digested.
Maize is deficient in lysine and tryptophan, however, consumption
with a legume improves protein quality in the diet. The oil is
of good quality. Varieties differ in physical and chemical properties
of the grain, which affects their suitability for various end
uses. |