Benin - Maize production quantity

1,587 (thousand tonnes) in 2020

In 2020, maize production for Benin was 1,587 thousand tonnes. Maize production of Benin increased from 175 thousand tonnes in 1971 to 1,587 thousand tonnes in 2020 growing at an average annual rate of 5.90%.

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What is maize production?

Zea mays Corn, Indian corn, mealies. A grain with a high germ content. At the national level, hybrid and ordinary maize should be reported separately owing to widely different yields and uses. Used largely for animal feed and commercial starch production.

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