Papua New Guinea - Maize production quantity

12,673 (thousand tonnes) in 2020

In 2022, maize production for Papua New Guinea was 12,627 thousand tonnes. Maize production of Papua New Guinea increased from 39 thousand tonnes in 1973 to 12,627 thousand tonnes in 2022 growing at an average annual rate of 17.64%.

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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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What is Papua New Guinea maize production?