White Corn (Maize)

The White Corn (Maize) of Fluminimaggiore is a traditional variety cultivated mainly for livestock feed, such as for chickens and pigs, but also for human consumption. The kernels were ground in watermills to produce wholemeal flour, used for polenta and corn bread, often mixed with wheat flour to improve dough elasticity. Frequently grown in association with beans, the maize also served as a natural support for climbing plants, combining productivity with local agricultural tradition.