Question

Which of the following crops contribute maximum to food grain production in the world?

• A. Wheat, maize and barley
• B. Wheat, rice and maize
• C. Rice, barley and maize
• D. Wheat, barley and rice

Answer 1

The correct option is B Wheat, rice and maize

Maximum food grain production in the world is contributed by :

• Wheat (Triticum aestivum)
• Rice (Oryza sativa)
• Maize (Zea mays)

These crops are cultivated all over the world. These are a staple foods in many countries such as India. It is also used for the manufacture of various industrial products (bioethanol, liquor, starch, etc). Most domestic animals, from cattle to dogs, are fed food rich in these grains and grain products.

Barley is the fourth most produced food grain in the world.
Compared to wheat, rice and maize, barley is less used for household purposes and industrial purposes.