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Grain storage best practice
Description
Ben White and Chris Warrick from GRDC’s grain storage extension team discuss practical grain storage best practice, including fumigation timing, safe application of chemicals, ventilation and withholding periods, as well as the effective use of diatomaceous earth (DE) for storage hygiene. They share recent research and practical tips to help growers manage insects, reduce resistance risks and improve workplace safety.
Contacts:
Chris Warrick
Candid Consulting Services
Ben White
BM White
More Information:
The fumigation process in grain storage video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvHTUD6OFnc
Dust masks and eye protection: Grain storage safety essentials video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJBwDfrDyjk
Diatomaceous Earth (DE) application in sheds and silos video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hwEmbmMoaQ
Fumigation timing for stored grain video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntHJMoDGeAA
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