Corn (Maize)

Product Details

  • Product Name : Maize (Animal Feed)
  • Botanical Name :Zea mays
  • Type : Yellow Maize (Corn)
  • Grade : Animal Feed Grade
  • Origin : India
  • Description :Maize is a staple cereal grain widely used as a primary ingredient in animal feed due to its high energy content, digestibility, and palatability. It is suitable for poultry, livestock, aquaculture, and other animal feed applications

Applications

  • Poultry Feed : Provides high energy for improved egg production and broiler growth.
  • Livestock Feed : Aids in weight gain and milk production for cattle and sheep.
  • Aquaculture Feed : Used as a carbohydrate source in fish and shrimp diets.
  • Pet Food : Adds palatability and energy content to pet feed formulations

Packing and Shipping Details

  • Packing :
    • Food-grade polypropylene (PP) woven sacks or bulk packaging.
    • Common sizes: 25kg, 50kg, or bulk in 1-ton jumbo bags.
  • Container Loading Capacity :
    • 20 FT Container : Up to 19–20 MT
    • 40 FT Container : Up to 25–27 MT
  • Shelf Life : 12 months under proper storage conditions.
  • Storage : Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated place, away from pests and moisture.

Physical Specifications

Parameter Range/Specification
Appearance Whole or broken yellow kernels
Color Golden yellow
Odor Fresh, free from off-smells or mustiness
Moisture Content ≤ 13%
Foreign Matter ≤ 2%
Broken Kernels ≤ 4%
Damaged Kernels ≤ 2%
Aflatoxin Levels ≤ 20 ppb

Chemical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Crude Protein 7–9%
Carbohydrates 65–72%
Fat Content 3–4%
Crude Fiber ≤ 2%
Ash Content ≤ 2%
Energy Content 3300–3500 kcal/kg
Pesticide Residue Compliant with international feed standards

Nutritional Information (per 100g)

Nutrient Content
Energy 350 kcal
Protein 8g
Carbohydrates 72g
Fat 3.5g
Fiber 2g
Calcium 5mg
Iron 0.5mg