Like many other regions, it is consumed as a vegetable although it is a grain crop. The grains are rich in vitamins A, C and E, carbohydrates, and essential minerals, and contain 9% protein. They are also rich in dietary fiber and calories which are a good source of energy. All parts of the crop can be used for food and non-food products. In industrialized countries, Maize Corn is largely used as livestock feed and as a raw material for industrial products.