IITA Research Guide 35

Utilization and processing of maize
Augustine E. Okoruwa July 1997

 

Abstract. Maize is of high importance among the world's cereal crops. Maize can be used for human consumption, animal feed, and industrial purposes. Many traditional and industrial maize processing methods exist. Industrial processing includes wet and dry milling to produce a wide variety of products. Many maize dishes are prepared in Africa and elsewhere as human food.

 

Objectives, Study materials, Practicals
Questions
 
1 Importance of maize utilization and processing
2 Utilization of maize as animal feed
3 Industrial utilization of maize
4 Maize as human food
5 Traditionally processed maize products
6 Bibliography
7 Suggestions for trainers
   
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