New insights into the ecology of three major
insect pests of stored grain have implications
for farm hygiene practices
Oxygen Starvation Trial (GRDC Ground Cover)
WA growers will put controlled-atmosphere technology through its paces this harvest,
as part of research into chemical-free alternatives for stored-grain insect control
Search continues for phosphine alternatives (GRDC Groundcover)
It seems unlikely there will be a single solution to replace the highly effective phosphine. Rather, a suite of alternatives will be required, applied with tactical precision to extend the life of phosphine and maintain Australia’s export commitment of nil live insects in grain shipments
Continue readingIt’s all in the seal (GRDC Groundcover)
Replacing oxygen in grain storage silos with nitrogen has proven an effective way to remove insects at all stages of their life cycle, leaving stored grain – be it wheat or canola – preserved, residue-free and subject to no withholding periods.
Continue readingReduced pest burden slows resistance (GRDC Groundcover)
This GRDC GroundCover feature brings together two articles exploring the benefits of aeration cooling in grain storage, including solar-powered aeration systems and research showing how cooler grain temperatures can reduce insect pressure and help slow phosphine resistance development.
Continue readingGCTV17: Asset Depreciation – Silos
A video of aspects to consider before purchasing silos – impacts that last longer than the depreciation tax break.
Continue readingOn-farm storage in the SA Mallee with Corey Blacksell
South Australian grower Corey Blacksell shares his experience with on-farm storage expansion.
Continue readingGCTV Stored Grain: Oilseeds & Pulse Storage
A video on the differences in managing oilseeds and pulses in storage.
Continue readingGCTV Stored Grain: Managing Sealed & Unsealed Storage
The realities of managing unsealed and sealable storage explained in a short video.
Continue readingGrain Storage with Philip Burrill – Using Aeration Controllers
Philip Burrill outlines how automatic aeration controllers function and how to operate them.
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