Which crops are classified as cereal?

Cereals, also known as grains, are a type of grass cultivated for its edible seeds. They are a staple food source for a large portion of the global population. Here are some of the most common cereal crops:

Major Cereals:

* Wheat: The most widely grown cereal globally, used in bread, pasta, and other products.

* Rice: A staple food in many Asian countries, used in various dishes and as a base for alcoholic beverages.

* Maize (Corn): Grown for its grain, used in cornmeal, cornflakes, and animal feed.

* Barley: Used in brewing beer, animal feed, and some breakfast cereals.

* Sorghum: A drought-tolerant cereal grown for its grain, used in bread and other products, particularly in Africa.

* Oats: Used in oatmeal, porridge, and animal feed.

Minor Cereals:

* Millet: A group of small-seeded grasses, including pearl millet, foxtail millet, and finger millet.

* Rye: Used in rye bread and some alcoholic beverages.

* Triticale: A hybrid cereal resulting from a cross between wheat and rye.

* Spelt: An ancient variety of wheat, used in bread and other products.

* Teff: A tiny grain, popular in Ethiopia, used in injera (a flatbread).

These are just some of the major and minor cereals grown worldwide. There are also many other lesser-known varieties cultivated for specific purposes, such as quinoa, amaranth, and wild rice.