The Origin of Corn: Discover Its Nationality

Explore the fascinating history of corn, from its origins in Mexico to its global spread after the Columbian Exchange.

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Corn is originally from Mexico. Domesticated by indigenous peoples nearly 9,000 years ago, corn (maize) spread throughout the Americas, later reaching Europe and other parts of the world after the Columbian Exchange.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Where did corn first come from? Corn originated in Mexico and was domesticated by indigenous peoples nearly 9,000 years ago.
  2. How did corn spread around the world? Corn spread throughout the Americas and later to Europe and other parts of the world after the Columbian Exchange.
  3. What is maize? Maize is another name for corn, especially used in historical and agricultural contexts.
  4. What role did indigenous peoples play in corn's history? Indigenous peoples were the first to domesticate corn, cultivating it significantly before its spread to other regions.

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