Storage considerations must be top of mind as a variable crop is harvested in Alberta. Grain temperature and moisture are two key factors for safe grain storage. If one or both are not properly managed, the risk of spoiled grain can increase significantly.
To help prevent spoilage, the Canadian Grain Commission has developed storage charts for a safe range of grain moisture and temperature. The charts are designed to help farmers use the initial moisture content and temperature readings of their grain as it goes into storage to determine if it can be stored safely for long periods.
Charts are available for barley, beans, canola, flax, oats, peas, wheat and yellow mustard at the CGC website.
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