what type of grain is maize
Corn. Corn (also known as maize), is one of the sweetest tasting grains. In its immature form it is the familiar yellow corn on the cob. When it matures and dries out it is used like other grains to make grain foods like breakfast cereal and tortillas.Corn production in Australia is small, producing 0.6% of total world production, compared with the USA which is responsible for about 43% of total world production.utrition credentials of whole grain corn: 1  High in carbohydrate (mainly starch) and dietary fibre. 2  Higher in fat (4-5%) compared to other grains, with the fat being mostly unsaturated. 3  Generally lower in protein (around 9%) and has a lower vitamin and mineral content than other grains.