Is Corn in the Grain Group? The Ultimate Classification Guide
                                
                                
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                                According to the USDA, whether corn is classified as a vegetable or grain depends on when it is harvested. This surprising fact means the sweet corn on your cob is in a different food group than the kernels used for popcorn or cornmeal.