A key reason people become trapped in grain is because the stored product has gone out-of-condition. Put the other way, if the grain is in good condition, the less likely you are to have to enter the bin in the first place.
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Being proactive in storage, handling key to grain safety
Farm Safety: Canola is particularly susceptible to spoilage in storage
A new easy conversion of hopper bins to aeration
The removable Wavcor Manhole aeration attachment is a low-cost upgrade
Saskatoon-based Wavcor’s Manhole system inserts a short length of ducting through existing manhole covers on bin hoppers, offering an easy, bolt-on way to get airflow through binned grain.
Canola storage requires continued vigilance
Using fans and taking care during canola harvest can help prevent hot canola and spoilage issues
Successful canola storage for Prairie farmers starts with proper management at harvest time, and then continues through the winter months.
Don’t forget year-end grain handling equipment maintenance
Clean up any grain spills and check leg and auger bearings for excessive wear
Many growers will be hauling grain to local terminals over the winter, which means they’ll be in and out of the bin yard many times — making it a good time for off-season inspections on their grain handling equipment. While it’s easy to remember to pull the big machines into the shop for that, don’t […] Read more
How to choose between an in-bin or dedicated grain drying system
It all depends on your objectives, expert says
With short seasons and what seems like increasingly unpredictable weather patterns these days, many growers now routinely using grain drying systems to add a little time to the harvest window. But for those considering an investment in a grain drying system, how do you choose which one is right for your farm? Producers can opt […] Read more
Avoid grain spoilage when temperatures get wild
Consider your bins when the weather swings from extreme cold to unseasonably warm
Glacier FarmMedia — With unusually high temperatures interrupted by two deep freezes, it’s been a challenging winter for grain storage on the Prairies, requiring diligence to protect stored crop. Anne Kirk, cereal crop specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, advises aeration and vigilant monitoring of bin moisture and temperature. The latter is particularly important when outside temperatures […] Read more
Moisture content and temperature key to successful grain storage
Q & A with an expert
Q: What should growers focus on to ensure a successful harvest this year? A: This starts with crop staging for harvest. Swathing prior to combining and straight cutting are the two most common harvest methods for field crops in Western Canada. The decision to swath or straight cut will depend on farm planning, the risk […] Read more
Modular grain drying system simplified, affordable, lightweight
How S3 Air Systems' new UFO for vertical aeration works
While most UFOs are typically known for their destructive crop circles, this UFO will actually promote better grain storage through proper aeration and potentially save commodities in the bin. S3 Air Systems’ User Friendly Option, or UFO aeration system, was designed with simplicity and ease of installation in mind with the ability to retrofit to […] Read more
Watch what’s in your grain bin
Now that you've got your crop in the bin, lower your risks by keeping an eye on it
The mood at the Agri Trade show in Red Deer in early November ranged from relief that harvest was done, to disappointment that harvest wasn’t finished, or was a poor-quality crop. Meeting with colleagues, neighbours and friends at Agri Trade is a good way for many to discuss and work through harvest stress, blow off […] Read more
Venlaw’s new portable aeration fan
This gas-powered portable fan takes aeration to bins without electricity
Many farms that have grown in size over the years often continue to make use of the remote grain storage facilities they acquired with a land purchase. But often those sites were located on other farmyards, where electricity is no longer available. That means aeration bins can no longer be used without the expense of […] Read more
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