Dent Corn is mostly used for animal feeds | Photo by Livier Garcia List of Contents I. What is Corn? II. Why corn used as feed for animals? III. What types of cornmeal are best for your animals? What is Corn? Corn, scientifically known as Zea mays, is a cereal grain and one of the most widely cultivated and important staple crops in the world. It is a member of the grass family, Poaceae. Corn originated in Mesoamerica and has been cultivated for thousands of years. The plant has a tall stalk with leaves and produces ears that contain the edible kernels. There are different varieties of corn, including dent corn, sweet corn, popcorn, and flint corn, each with its own specific characteristics and uses. But let just talk about the dent corn also known as Zea mays var. indentata which are mostly used for feed or as parts of animal feed ration especially for poultry. Why corn used as feed for animals? Corn is a high-energy feed ingredient due to its high carbohydrat