Contents tagged with long-term storage

5 August 2021

Several treatments – residual insecticides, fumigants and physical desiccants – are available to help control pest infestations.

4 August 2021

Top tips on how to use pest monitoring traps.

11 August 2021

Hit cooling targets to help manage insect, mite and fungal risks in grain stores.

19 March 2025

Learn about the two basic methods of grain drying and the associated pros and cons.

5 July 2022

Information on moisture content (MC) and equilibrium relative humidity (ERH) targets in grain stores.

2 August 2021

Find out about the common terms used to help you follow a HACCP approach in your grain stores.

5 August 2021

HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) is a risk-based approach to the management of grain storage hazards.

2 August 2021

A Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) approach to manage food and feed safety hazards requires thorough planning.

5 August 2021

Use a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) approach to manage food and feed safety hazards.

2 August 2021

It is essential to thoroughly clean and prepare a grain store, irrespective of whether grain is held for a temporary or longer period.

4 August 2021

Highly influenced by moisture content and temperature, the main causes of spoilage in stored grain are fungi, insects and mites.

2 August 2021

No matter how long grain is stored for, it is essential to follow best storage practice.

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