Monitoring grain bins is so important to protect the quality of stored grain, especially during spring as temperatures warm up. “Bins can heat up really fast when sunlight hits them during spring and ...

FARGO - The storability of grain depends on the grain's quality, moisture content and temperature, according to Ken Hellevang, agricultural engineer with the North Dakota State University Extension ...

HUTCHINSON -- Stored grain must be monitored so that insect infestations or grain spoilage can be detected before serious losses occur. It is recommended that growers check stored grain bi-weekly ...

According to all reports, there is still plenty of grain being stored on-farm going into this summer. The key is to keep that grain in good shape. Here are some reminders about storage of grain in the ...

As harvest season quickly approaches, Iowans are reminded to practice safety around grain bins and grain handling equipment. There were nine reported grain entrapments in Iowa in 2022, more than any ...

Due to high yields in some areas of Wisconsin, farmers are searching for temporary grain storage options this year. One option is storing it in silage bags. If farmers need to use a more temporary ...

The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.

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Summer temperatures will warm grain, which could lead to insect infestations and mold growth quickly. “The goal for summer storage should be to keep the grain as cool as possible to extend the storage ...