Introduction
Corn, also known as maize, is one of the most versatile crops in the world. It is used in food, fuel, and industrial products.
Food Uses
- Popcorn
- Cornbread
- Tortillas
- Corn syrup
- Breakfast cereals
Industrial Uses
- Bioplastics
- Adhesives
- Textiles
- Paper products
Fuel Uses
Corn is used to produce ethanol, a renewable fuel source.
- Harvest corn
- Process into starch
- Ferment sugars
- Distill into ethanol
Fun Facts
Corn grows on every continent except Antarctica.
There are thousands of different corn varieties.
Corn can be different colours like yellow, white, blue, and purple.