With the grain price slump, some may still have a proportion of last year’s crop in-store, hoping for an improved price, so time may be tight ahead of the upcoming harvest.

It is estimated that 90% of grain stores harbour at least one insect species known to infest grain, underlining the critical importance of good store hygiene in the run-up to harvest.

For this reason, it is likely that many farmers will choose to store part of their grain in hopes of better prices later in the season.Storing grain on the farm, however, ...

Gravista Insecticide offers farmers a new tool for pre-bin applications, which delivers long-lasting residual control and comprehensive protection against stored grain product insects.

Once grain bins are clean, Mason says producers should spray bin walls, ledges, rafters and floors with an approved insecticide, such as chlorpyrifos-methyl or cyfluthrin. Insecticide also should be ...

“We’re no longer benefitting from the cold winter air that helped lower temperatures in grain stores, and in turn, help keep insect numbers down,” he explains. He warns that despite all the hard work ...

The maximum residue levels of several insecticides used to protect stored crops of wheat, rye, maize and sorghum have recently been reviewed – leading to calls for more care this harvest. Given that ...

Grain with a low test weight, lots of fines, damaged kernels, and other problems make it harder to store for long periods. Good quality grain increases storage time. ... insect-free grain.

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

New York, Feb. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report 'Stored Grain Insecticide - Growth, Trends and ...

Successful control requires an integrated approach that includes good store hygiene, monitoring for any pest activity and, if ...