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GRDC Grains Research Update Online – Pre-Harvest Grain Storage Health Check

Pre-harvest grain storage health check – Chris Warrick, Primary Business.

With harvest looming this livestream will address timely factors that will impact your grain storage outcomes. Preventing issues is always better than dealing with them and the loss they cause. Topics will include high impact hygiene, this year’s protectant choices and application, retrofitting and utilising aeration cooling.

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23/10/2024 No Comments
Grain Aeration

The Science of Cool

The GRDC Grain Storage Extension team travelled extensively, gathering data on aeration performance in the field. The team tested some 48 different silo configurations with a range of fan types and with different grain types and depths.

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23/09/2024 No Comments
Insect Control

New Phosphine Residue Limits Test Venting Standards

New phosphine residue limits are shaping best practices for grain storage and fumigation venting. GRDC’s article, New Phosphine Residue Limits Test Venting Standards, discusses the recent updates to phosphine residue regulations and how they impact fumigation processes.

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20/09/2024 No Comments
Grain Aeration

The Automatic Advantage of Grain Cooling

Automatic grain cooling technology offers a reliable solution for maintaining grain quality during storage. In GRDC’s article, The Automatic Advantage of Grain Cooling, discover how automated systems provide consistent temperature control, reducing the risk of spoilage and pest infestations. By regulating grain temperatures automatically, this technology minimizes the need for frequent manual checks and helps growers protect their harvest with less effort. Automated cooling systems not only preserve grain quality but also offer energy efficiency, making them a valuable tool for modern grain storage management.

Learn more about the benefits of automatic grain cooling in maintaining optimal storage conditions.

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18/09/2024 No Comments
Economics of Grain Storage

Condensation Drains on Silos: Best Practices

Condensation drains can be left open majority of the time, closed only during fumigation. Thanks to the GRDC’s grain storage specialist Chris Warrick. More info visit http://storedgrain.com.au call 1800WEEVIL.

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31/07/2024 No Comments

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