Canadian corn supplies, however, are expected to increase slightly due to higher carry-in stocks and imports. Ontario is the largest corn producing province in Canada. Corn production in Quebec fell slightly to an estimated 2.2 Mt in 1997-98 due to lower yields. Feed and food demand is also expected to be strong due to increased hog production as well as increased consumption of milled corn products in snack foods. Animal Feed In Canada, corn is used primarily as a feed ingredient.
Animal feed is made up of energy and protein.
Feed grains are high energy ingredients, while protein ingredients include canola meal, soybean meal and meat meal. In terms of nutrient value, corn ranks highest for poultry because its high energy content promotes fast growth in a simple digestive system. The yellow pigment in corn gives the egg yolk its colour. Central Canada accounts for the bulk of Canadian corn consumption. In comparison, barley is the major feed grain in Western Canada and is generally preferable to corn for feeding ruminants because of its higher fibre and protein content.