What precautions should be taken when storing grains in the bin?

Grains are usually stored in metal bins that leave plenty of air space above the grain. This allows for good aeration which reduces spoilage due to mold and insect damage. Grain will change its moisture content throughout the year as it is harvested, dried, cooled, and prepared for storage using grain storage equipment. The ideal target moisture content for storage is 12% to 15%unless otherwise specified and varies from grain to grain such as corns, soybean, wheat, etc.

Most farmers choose to dry their grain below this level before they store it so that pests do not have an opportunity to reproduce due to higher humidity levels inside the bin. Some farmers even treat their grain with heat after drying it using propane heating coils because high temperatures kill bugs.

What precautions should be taken when storing grains in the bin?

In order to reduce insect damage, farmers seal all cracks on their metal or plastic bins so insects cannot enter through them to maintain a moisture monitoring system. They also test how well they are sealing their bins by taking a sample of grains from the bottom of their bins and putting it in an air-tight container with a moisture meter. This allows them to determine whether or not they are storing grain at the proper humidity level. Farmers also use plastic instead of metal if possible because it is less likely insects will enter through cracks, but this may not always be suitable for some farmers.

When preparing a bin for grain storage, it is important to think of your containers as an area that is free from the infestation of bugs, and insects. Grain bugs from other sources such as from the field will go into the bin in search of food and warmth. A single grain bug can damage an entire bag. Once inside the bin, they will be safe until ready to emerge or become trapped in your grain when you empty out the bin and this happens frequently. When preparing bins for storage it is key to use plastic if possible since bugs prefer metal, but this may not always be practical because many farmers also store equipment inside their bins.

To make sure pests do not enter your bins through cracks or crevices at least one inch wide or larger, seal them up. You can also use metal screening or hardware cloth to screw into the lid of your bin so no new holes are created when you unscrew the lid to access your grain, but it is important to seal existing cracks before sealing them again with metal screens. If insects have already entered your bins you will need to clean out all of the grain and treat it immediately or burn it if possible some farmers bury their excess grain in an area away from any water supply.

It is important that you prepare your bin for storage by testing its ability to maintain proper storage conditions. This means taking a sample of grains from the bottom of the bin where humidity is highest and putting it in an airtight bag with an indicator such as a moisture meter. After a few days, you can measure the amount of water in the bag and see whether or not your bin is storing the grain at the proper humidity level.

How to ensure the safety of the grains after the grain bin is prepared and the grains are stored?

Once the grain bin is ready, there comes the role of some grain storage equipment for maintaining the safety and quality of the stored grains. Some of these grain storage equipment are:

• Grain Bin Fan Control

Grain Bin Fan Control such as Farm Shop’s EndZone Fan Control is an important part of the grain bin since it controls the operation of the aeration grain and manages the air flows inside the bin through the preset temperature levels. It helps maintain good aeration conditions for reducing damage due to bug infestation as well as moisture control in the grain bin.

• Grain temperature sensors

Grain temperature sensors are also a very important part of grain bin since it gives the information about internal temperature which is directly proportional to moisture content. Farm Shop’s Grain Temp Guard Probes Alarm DT helps in maintaining proper moisture levels for controlling insect infestation and mold growth. Grain temperature sensors provide information about internal temperature which is directly proportional to moisture content. It helps in maintaining proper moisture levels for controlling insect infestation and mold growth.

• Grain alarm system

Grain alarm system is also an important part of the grain bin since it provides information about when the grain in the bin has been exposed to high temperatures. This helps in avoiding damage due to heat exposure. Grain Temp Guard Alarm System DT and HT can trigger an alarm when there is any change in the temperature and moisture levels inside the bin.

-Grain moisture sensors

Grain moisture sensors are also an important part of grain bin since it ensures proper control over moisture content which is directly proportional to the growth of mold, insect infestation etc. Grain Temp Guard Probes Alarm HT provides information about internal temperature which is directly proportional to moisture content. It helps in maintaining proper moisture levels for controlling insect infestation and mold growth.

In conclusion, you should test your bin’s ability to maintain proper storage conditions using grain storage equipment. This will allow you to determine whether or not that bin is maintaining an ideal condition for grain storage without bringing pests into it. Farm Shop products include a range of grain storage equipment that can help in protecting the quality of the stored grains. https://farmshopmfg.com/

Farm Shop Mfg LLC manufactures grain bin monitoring systems that keep grains under controlled temperature and moisture levels. Grain Temp Guard Alarm System (DT/ HT) and Grain Temp Guard Probes (DT / HT), EndZone Fan Control.