The stored grain extension team have put together some key resources on setting up and storing grain in bunkers. Rather than re-invent the wheel, useful information resources from commercial suppliers of bunker tarps and equipment has been included.
During this video, Chris Warrick and Alex Conway discuss ‘Monitoring grain temperature’ and explore the various methods available and the factors to consider when deciding on a system that’s best suited to your business.
During this video, Chris Warrick and Alex Conway discuss ‘Fumigation recirculation’ and provide guidance on both passive and powered systems.
During this video, Chris Warrick and Alex Conway discuss ‘Fumigating and venting grain bags’, providing information and advice on the venting process. This includes the timelines required for this practice.
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.
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.
Tip for helping seals last longer on silos. Thanks to the GRDC’s grain storage specialist Chris Warrick. More grain storage info available http://storedgrain.com.au or call 1800 WEEVIL.
Tip for sealing silos for fumigation that have a clamp style outlet seal. Thanks to the GRDC’s grain storage specialist Chris Warrick.
Updated grain storage manual now available in hard copy from GRDC or pdf https://storedgrain.com.au/grdc-grownotes-grain-storage/ Thanks to the GRDC’s grain storage specialist Chris Warrick.
Aeration, Back Pressure, fan performance, field testing, Fumigation, phosphine, Resistance, update, Venting, webinar