by isaacsesi | Sep 8, 2021 | Learning, Post-Harvest Resources
Grain spoilage and grain loss aren’t the same thing. Grain loss is the result of grain spoilage. Meaning, when grains go bad, it contributes to or causes the loss of grains, either in quantity or quality. In this article, you will learn what grain spoilage and grain...
by isaacsesi | Sep 1, 2021 | Learning, Post-Harvest Resources, Products
The benefits of using a grain moisture meter are endless. A grain moisture meter is a technological device that measures the amount of water in grains such as rice, corn, beans, wheat, millet among others. Here, we share the benefits of using a grain moisture meter as...
by isaacsesi | Aug 17, 2021 | Opinions, Post-Harvest Resources
To ensure that grains last long during storage, they must be stored at certain recommended moisture levels. The moisture content at which grains are stored can determine how long they last during storage. Grains that are too wet form a good environment for the growth...
by isaacsesi | Jul 23, 2021 | Learning, Opinions, Post-Harvest Resources
In recent times, Ghana seems to have woken up to a maize shortage that is fast causing diverse effects on food prices, the poultry industry and food security in the country. In 2020, Ghana’s maize production was projected to reach 3.0 million metric tonnes....
by isaacsesi | May 25, 2021 | Learning, Post-Harvest Resources, Products
The word hermetic means; ‘of complete and airtight seal’. Therefore Hermetic Storage refers to an airtight storage unit. Hermetic storage is a type of storage technology that protects its contents from the outside atmosphere and microorganisms that may...
by isaacsesi | May 19, 2021 | Learning, Post-Harvest Resources
How to manage stored grains in a warehouse could be a major challenge to grain farmers and aggregators. It is important to note that, warehouses play an important role in the post-harvest value chain. After harvesting, drying, threshing, and bagging, the grains or...
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