
Applying Diatomaceous Earth Demonstration
Applying diatomaceous earth to a grain silo for insect control. 3 of 3 demonstration videos by DAFWA’s Chris Newman.

Applying diatomaceous earth to a grain silo for insect control. 3 of 3 demonstration videos by DAFWA’s Chris Newman.

Download PDF Storing oilseeds is more difficult than storing cereal grains as they are more susceptible to quality deterioration and have limited insect control options.
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Grain storage consultant Peter Botta gives useful tips on cooling aeration in silos as part of a grain storage series for the GRDC’s Ground Cover
Grain storage consultant Peter Botta gives useful tips on the monitoring of grain storage insect pests. GRDC Ground Cover TV

A key concern for grain growers is on-farm grain storage. And not helping them in their attempt to ensure grain quality has been the lack

For more than 40 years Phosphine has been a safe and reliable means of controlling grain storage insects. Over 80% of stored grain is treated

Grain growers are using silo aeration on their stored grain to gain harvest flexibility and more marketing options. Silo aeration can be used to cool

Fumigating a grain silo with phosphine.1 of 3 demonstration videos by DAFWA’s Chris Newman.

K-Obiol is a synergised grain protectant for use on cereal grains, malting barley and sorghum. It can be used in any type of storage, sealed