Write a short note on storage of grains. Please answer fast experts it's urgent
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Storing grain is done to reduce grain loss to weather, moisture, rodents, birds, insects and micro-organisms. Usually rice should be stored in paddy form rather than milled rice as the husk provides some protection against insects.
There are many methods for storage of grains or crops:
1. Sacks 2.Metallic or plastic drums
3. Different types of silos: Burkino silo, Concrete/cement silos, Metal Silos, Synthetic Silos, etc.
In India, about 70% of farm produce is stored by farmers for their own consumption. Farmers store grain in bulk, using different types of storage structures made from locally available materials.
Advantages of silos over bags for storing bulk grains:
· low running costs;
· less land area requirement;
· complete control of aeration;
· low labour requirements;
· rapid handling;
· efficient and effective fumigation operation;
· low through spillage and rodents;
· possible to store the grain for longer periods;
Other methods of storage of food:
1.Fumigation: to avoid any bacteria or any microorganisms to attack the crop/grain.
2.Rodent infestations can be prevented by pesticides
3. Avoid moist environment to avoid any fungal growths.
4. Ensure good sealing of package.
Regards
1.Fumigation: to avoid any bacteria or any microorganisms to attack the crop/grain.
2.Rodent infestations can be prevented by pesticides
3. Avoid moist environment to avoid any fungal growths.
4. Ensure good sealing of package.
Regards