According to the data, the estimated production volume of maize was forecast to. Maize corn farming is known to be a profitable business and over the years, it has evolved from small scale to a global industry in most countries where it is carried out. Maize stalks are also used as fuel wood and for construction purposes. Future warming increases probability of globally synchronized. Another major cereal, maize, has overtaken these traditional cereals while wheat. It is sometimes thought of as a vegetable because the kernels that are on the cob inside the leafy stalk are food grain.
Hybrid maize seed production manual 2 from thinning and topping and dry maize stalks and other residues can also be fed to animals. Harvest for the firstseason crop is nearly complete. United states agriculture world agricultural production. Full study maize final report the economics of ecosystems and. World agricultural production usda foreign agricultural service. Advance estimates for total production in india stands at 9. Feb 05, 2020 this statistic depicts the forecast volume of maize produced in the european union27 from 2015 to 2028. Jan 01, 2019 this is alongside having numerous demands in industrial production all indications that the demand for maize will continue increasing by each day. Maize also forms the basis for the production for most animal feeds in nigeria.
In asia, and many of the developed countries, more maize is used in animal feed production than for human consumption. North america grows over 43% of the world s maize crop, with 90% of the us total grown in the corn belt consisting of. Sources include reporting from fass worldwide offices, official statistics of foreign governments, and analysis of economic data and satellite imagery. The data are for the different sovereign countries of the world.
As of 2019, maize production in the united states of america was 347,782 tonnes that accounts for 33. Maize zea mays is today the most widely grown grain crop, with global production standing at just over one billion tons. International market profile 1 1 introduction maize is the third largest planted crop after wheat and rice. Corn production share worldwide by country, 201819 statista. The top 10 largest maize producing countries in the world are employing modern farming techniques to increase the production. For example, the united states, the world s largest producer of maize, uses over 80 percent of its maize harvest to produce animal feed. What word better embodied the spirit of americas corn farmers in 2019. Exact figures on area cultivated for maize in africa are not available because. Top 10 largest maize producing countries in the world. Current maize production, postharvest losses and the risk.
World wheat production, world maize production, world rice. Context and background on maize and its wild relatives. The united states is the largest producer of maize, accounting for 36. Dec 15, 2016 maize remains a key food crop in africa, latin america and asia where it is primarily used as human food. Maize is the most widely grown grain crop throughout the americas, with 361 million metric tons grown in the united states in 2014. Global maize production, utilization, and consumption. The united states, china, brazil and mexico account for 70% of global production. World production of maize is around 790 million tones and it serves as a staple food providing more than onethird of the calories and proteins in some countries chulze. Despite its global reach as a staple food and its variety of uses, 4 of the top 10 producing countries today are still found in the americas, where the crop is native. How to write a maize farming business plan sample template.
Finally, the study concluded by advocating adequate market with good stable prices for maize farmers products that would enhance maize production in the study area and the country at large. Develop genetically diverse, highyielding maize inbred lines and hybrids, combining multiplestress tolerance, nutrient use efficiency, enhanced nutritional quality, and desirable seed production properties for target production zones. South african maize corn description 5 south africa is the main maize producer in the sacu, with an average production of approximately 10 to 12 million tons per annum over the past ten years. Feb, 2019 this statistic shows the world corn production by country in 201819. This statistic shows the world corn production by country in 201819. The raw materials for this process are water and mineral nutrients from the soil, and carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. In that year, the united states was the largest producer with a corn production volume amounting to about 366. Production conditions and cultivation methods are largely identical.
The field crop production volume increased by 50,8%, mainly as a result of increases in the production of summer crops maize and sorghum, winter crops wheat, barley and canola, as well as oilseed crops soya. Apr 11, 20 maize which is also called corn maize or more commonly as simply corn is a grain that is popular widely and used all over the world. Nafziger encyclopedia of life support systems eolss 1. However, the major maize production areas are located in temperate regions of the globe. White maize is biologically and genetically very similar to yellow maize, although there is a difference in appearance due to the absence of carotin oil pigments in the kernel which otherwise cause the yellow colour of the grain. There is a particular focus on the role of the private sector. Future warming increases probability of globally synchronized maize production shocks michelle tigchelaara,1, david s.
Nafziger encyclopedia of life support systems eolss most of the maize production in the usa is concentrated in the us corn belt, the largest area in the world where soils and climate are well suited to largescale maize pro. A case study of the ghana grains development project. Top 12 largest maize producing countries in the world 2019. In the last 10 years, the use of maize for fuel production significantly increased, accounting for approximately 40% of the maize production in the united states. This is 38% of total grain production, which amounts to 2,6 billion tons. Find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. Of the 22 countries in the world where maize forms the highest percentage of calorie intake in the national diet, 16 are in africa. World leaders in corn maize production, by country. Exact figures on area cultivated for maize in africa are not available because of lack of reliable statistical enumeration and also. Global maize production, utilization, and consumption ranum. In addition to food and feed, maize has wide range of industrial applications as well. Twothirds of all africa maize come from eastern and southern africa verheye, 2010. Brazils first season summer or main corn production has been decreasing since 2007 while production for the second season winter or.
World production of maize has shown a slight but steady increase over the years, but human consumption of the grain has remained steady. Unesco eolss sample chapters soils, plant growth and crop production vol. Introduction maize zea mays l is the most important and most widely distributed cereal in the world after wheat and rice. Area and production of selected cereal crops crop africa 2012 area ha production t. Summaries powerpoint presentation on maize production in south africa. It is mostly used and traded as a leading feed crop but is also an important food staple. In that year, the united states was the largest producer with a corn production. Technical considerations for maize flour and corn meal forti. At the national level, hybrid and ordinary maize should be reported separately owing to widely different yields and. Land preparation use any method mechanical, chemical and manual that can adequately remove weeds and keep the soil loose for good seedbed. Maize production and consumption in the case study countries. Growing maize in nigeria choice of land any well drained sandy loam or loamy soil can be used for planting maize but if in doubt, contact your nearest extension office or agroservice center.
World maize yield per hectare is more than 60 percent higher than that of either. Challenges and opportunities cgiar research program on maize. Brazils 201920 corn production is estimated at a record 101 million metric tons mmt, unchanged from last month and last year. It is mainly used as a food source and now has become the most important raw material for animal feed pimentel and patzek, 2005. The global demand for maize imports continues to increase. Maize producing countries tons 2016 world data and. The maize value chain in tanzania food and agriculture. By 2050 demand for maize will double in the developing world, and maize is predicted to become the crop with the greatest production. Harvesting losses, threshing losses, and unharvested portions of the crop are not included. The united states of america is the top country by maize production in the world. Jul 20, 2017 in 2009, over 159 million hectares 390 million acres of maize were planted worldwide, with a yield of over 5 tonnes per hectare 80 buacre.
At maturity, the total energy used by one plant is. Maize is grown in every continent except antarctica. World facts world leaders in corn maize production, by country. Maize is the second most important cereal crop in the world in terms of acreage and is called the queen of cereals. In india, maize constitutes 9% of the total volume of cereals produced and is the third most important food grain after rice 42% and wheat 38%. Maize is thought to have originated at least 5000 years ago in the highlands of mexico, peru, ecuador, andor bolivia because of the great density of native forms found in the region. Between now and 2050, the demand for maize in the developing world will double and, by 2025, it will have become the crop with the greatest production globally and in the developing world rosegrant et al. Over the past two decades, global maize production has increased by nearly 50. For the total world production it is estimated that maize is grown on about 118 million hectares of which 19 million hectares are estimated to be cultivated in africa.
With demand for maize expected to double by 2050, the. The study examined the aggregate trends in maize production, area under maize and yield on hactare basis. Pdf global maize production, utilization, and consumption. There is considerable competition from other coarse grain such as wheat, which can. This statistic shows the distribution of the total corn production worldwide in 20182019, broken down by country. Wheat comes in second at about 750 million tons, and rice third at about 480 million tons.
It possesses over 32,000 genes on ten chromosomes with a genome size of 2. Maize production, economic analysis, peasant farmers. The top 5 countries others are china, brazil, argentina, and ukraine account for 75. As production and diversification of maize increases, industrial use of maize will also become important in the country. As a result, over 60 percent of maize produced worldwide is used in feed production. Globally, among all regions, north america is expected to be the largest market for maize, followed by asiapacific, over the forecast period owing to the high production of maize crop and its consumption as animal feed. America produces 32 percent of the world s maize crop, making it the global leader in maize production. Maize production origin, maize global scenario maize production in kamataka maize production in the study area problems of maize production uti 1 ization pattern of maize marketing of maize farm gate price of maize b. With the twofold problem of food insecurity and declining soil fertility in mind, this report provides an insight into the real costs of an agricultural system that focuses on maize as the only crop, and offers concrete solutions to mitigate these costs. Maize is cultivated on nearly 178 million ha globally in about 160 countries and contributes 50% 1,170 million mt to the global grain production. India has 5% of corn acreage and contributes 2% of world production faostat.
In 2018, maize production for world was 1,147 million tonnes. Maize production technology was significantly developed in the period that lapsed between the critical. Successful maize production depends on the correct application of production inputs that will sustain the environment as well as agricultural production. Though higher price can stimulate agricultural production yet do not necessarily improve social welfare. Mar 20, 2014 maize can be processed into a variety of food and industrial products, including starch, sweeteners, oil, beverages, glue, industrial alcohol, and fuel ethanol. South korea, the second largest importer of maize in the world, is price conscious and willing to buy maize from the cheapest source or switch to wheat or other grains.
Rayc adepartment of atmospheric sciences, university of washington, seattle, wa 98195. The study on maize outlines the outlook for maize, which is the second most important cereal crop after rice in south east asia. No other crop utilises sunlight more effectively than maize, and its yield per ha is the highest of all grain crops. Introduction maize is a tropical grass that is well adapted to many climates and hence has wideranging maturities from 70 days to 210 days. America and the caribbean, maize production is set to remain at a high level. It is grown in most northern hemisphere countries where it is traditionally used for animal feed. Yellow maize constitutes the bulk of total world maize production and international trade. Maize production is the amount of maize produced in a given country each calendar year, including both the quantities of the commodity sold in the market marketed production and the quantities consumed or used by the producers autoconsumption. Facing persistent economic challenges, regulatory and legislative hurdles, and a wide array of weatherrelated setbacks from planting to harvest, the men and women who grow corn stood strong.
Yellow maize constitutes the bulk of total world maize production and. While in western countries maize production is highly mechanized, in many. In subsaharan africa,ssa maize is the most important cereal crop and staple food for about 1. It will be far easier for policy members to justified reliance on domestic maize production if the resources devoted to this crop can be increased. This is alongside having numerous demands in industrial production all indications that the demand for maize will continue increasing by each day. Adoption and impacts of improved maize production technology. Apr 14, 2017 a maize plant uses sunlight as an energy source to produce carbohydrates, protein and oil, which are stored as grain.
Maize is widely cultivated throughout the world, and a greater weight of maize is produced each year than any other grain. Maize production of world increased from 269 million tonnes in 1969 to 1,147 million tonnes in 2018 growing at an average annual rate of 3. Maize which is also called corn maize or more commonly as simply corn is a grain that is popular widely and used all over the world. North america grows over 43% of the worlds maize crop, with 90% of the us total grown in the corn belt consisting of 12 midwestern and north central states. Oct 27, 2016 summaries powerpoint presentation on maize production in south africa. Maize contains approximately 72% starch, 10% protein, and 4% fat, supplying an energy density of 365 kcal100 g and is grown throughout the world, with the. Monthly report on crop acreage, yield and production in major countries worldwide. The united states produces 40% of the world s harvest. Manual for maize productionbydennis owusu boateng technical officerbunso cocoa college cocobod 2. The objectives of cimmyts maize breeding and seed systems work are to. Maize production trends trendline in maize production showed a decrease of 12% from 107 000 tons in 1961 to 94 000. There have been four principal and several minor theories regarding the origin of maize.
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