blue maize

Environmental health and biodiversity
Videos

Consumers near Mexico City perceived blue maize tortillas to taste better. They were willing to pay up to a third more to buy them for special family events or to consume them in restaurants.

Nutrition, health and food security
In the media

Source: Food Navigator LATAM (5 Dec 2019)

CIMMYT study in Mexico shows consumers are willing to pay higher prices for blue maize tortillas.

Environmental health and biodiversity
Features

Study gives insight into Mexican consumers’ preferences and demand for blue maize tortillas.

Nutrition, health and food security
Podcasts

Find out how CIMMYT researchers are helping Mexican farmers tap into emerging markets for blue maize.