UNI2910
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Erik Rayn
UA
2 records
Cultivation
Corn Processing Suitability
Zea mays L.
Corn suitability is determined by endosperm structure, the ratio of horny to floury layers, and the efficiency of germ separation. Processing parameters depend on the intended use of the grain: for the production of grits, flour, or starch.
In the reference 110 varieties crop Maize, where this is mentioned in the description.
The technological properties of the grain are defined by its type: flint corn with a high horny layer content is optimal for the production of polished grits, whereas dent and semi-dent types are used for the manufacture of flour, fine grits, and in the starch and molasses industry. A critical stage of processing is the separation of the germ, which accounts for up to 15% of the grain mass, as its residues reduce shelf life and the sensory quality of the products.
Unlike other cereals, corn requires mandatory hydrothermal treatment to soften the grain structure, facilitate the removal of pericarp, and ensure efficient germ extraction. The technological processing scheme focuses on the layer-by-layer separation of grain components, and modern quality requirements, including stress-crack indices and fat content, are often regulated by direct contractual agreements between the supplier and the consumer.
General information about the subject — on the page Suitability for processing.
Varieties of Maize mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
UH 008
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Dr. D. Klein / Prof. Dr. A. E. Melchinger
DE
1 record
Stardi
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Melnyk Taras Vitaliiovych, Melnyk Vitalii IAkovych,
UA
2 records
Stradi
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
CAUSSADE SEMENCES
IT
1 record
Spectrum5099
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
Rosh Richey
UA
3 records
Spin-Caldonazzo
Application submittedZea mays L. · Maize
ASSOCIAZIONE PER LA TUTELA E LA VALORIZZAZIONE DELLA FARINA DELLA VALSUGANA
IT
1 record
SHY 1036
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Bayer Holland B.V.
NL
1 record
SMD0177
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
FREIHERR VON MOREAU SAATZUCHT
IT
1 record
SE5414
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
IT
1 record
SDM95-30
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Halechko Ivan Dmytrovych
UA
2 records
SD2186
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
SB0747
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
SDM103
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Halechko Ivan Dmytrovych
UA
2 records
SD2446
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
SA1826
WithdrawnZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
SA0942
Application submittedZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
SB1681
Application submittedZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
IT
1 record
SA0766
WithdrawnZea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
IT
1 record
RPK7288CMS
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Euralis Semences
UA
2 records
RH19003
WithdrawnZea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
IT
1 record
RH21032
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
IT
1 record
RH24014
Application submittedZea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
IT
2 records
RH14026
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
IT
1 record
PN2036
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
Frederic Poujeaud
UA
4 records