Short facts : Corn is officially categorised as a fruit and not a vegetable

Corn, also known as maize, is a cereal grain that is widely grown around the world. It is used for various purposes such as human consumption, animal feed and industrial uses. It is a staple food in many countries and is used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savoury. Corn kernels can be white, yellow or even purple in color and can be eaten fresh, dried or processed into a variety of products such as polenta, corn flour, corn syrup and corn oil. The plants are tall, with long leaves and produce cobs containing rows of kernels attached to a central core, officially they are categorised as a fruit and not a vegetable. Corn is an important crop with a rich history of cultivation dating back thousands of years.