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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.

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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.

NK Timic

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Zhan Beibeder

BG HU IT UA
6 records

Konfites

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

KWS, D

BG IT RO
8 records

Oneli CS

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Caussade Semences, F

IT PT RO
7 records

Midixx

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RAGT 2N S.A.S

BG HU IT SK
8 records

Arcadio

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

SAATBAU LINZ EGEN

AT RO SK UA
9 records

ES Inventive

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pierre CAROLO

AT DE UA
9 records

SY Kreon

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection,CH

IT SI UA
8 records

Kerala

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Monsanto Technology, Missouri US

AT HU SK UA
7 records

BRV2138B

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

AT IT UA
5 records

PR39A98

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

BE DE SK
8 records

Konsens

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

KWS, D

IT PT
7 records

ES Brillant

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pierre CAROLO

AT SK UA
6 records

P9985

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

IT UA
7 records

Ph1k2

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

HU UA
5 records

PR31N27

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

IT PT
8 records

LG30681

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLDING S.A.

IT PT
8 records

Rival

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

ASGROW FRANCE

IE
9 records

PHECH

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

UA
6 records

Phwnj

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

UA
6 records

PHF1J

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

UA
6 records

PHCPR

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Tom Kevern

UA
7 records

LGR2038

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

MEUNIER JOEL

UA
7 records

PHGJ4

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

5 records

Ph2dnp

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc

6 records

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