Monitoring grain bins is so important to protect the quality of stored grain, especially during spring as temperatures warm up. “Bins can heat up really fast when sunlight hits them during spring and ...

Farming is risky business—both financially and physically. As you empty grain bins this year, make sure you’re putting safety first to protect yourself and others involved in your operation. This year ...

FARGO - The storability of grain depends on the grain's quality, moisture content and temperature, according to Ken Hellevang, agricultural engineer with the North Dakota State University Extension ...

According to all reports, there is still plenty of grain being stored on-farm going into this summer. The key is to keep that grain in good shape. Here are some reminders about storage of grain in the ...

HUTCHINSON -- Stored grain must be monitored so that insect infestations or grain spoilage can be detected before serious losses occur. It is recommended that growers check stored grain bi-weekly ...

During a typical day, the outdoor air temperature may fluctuate by 25 to 30 degrees. This warms the bin and the grain next to the wall during the day, but during the night, the bin and the grain next ...

As harvest season quickly approaches, Iowans are reminded to practice safety around grain bins and grain handling equipment. There were nine reported grain entrapments in Iowa in 2022, more than any ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Farmers and elevator managers should check corn in storage because temperatures were optimal for mold growth early this storage season, a Purdue University Extension expert said ...

Due to high yields in some areas of Wisconsin, farmers are searching for temporary grain storage options this year. One option is storing it in silage bags. If farmers need to use a more temporary ...