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  • Grain Entrapment Prevention Initiative

    Aug 8th 2023

    Grain Entrapment Prevention Initiative

    Don't Become a Statistic1 ... Stay out if possible - zero entry mentality2 ... If you must enter - do not enter alone 3 ... Provide actual hands on training for entrant & observer4 ... Follow &…

    Published by Purdue University

  • ​Natural Air Grain Drying: A Comprehensive Guide

    May 5th 2023

    ​Natural Air Grain Drying: A Comprehensive Guide

    Drying grain is a process that has been used by farmers for centuries. The objective of drying is to safely store grain for future use while minimizing losses due to spoilage. There are many ways to…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • What To Know About the Effects of Moisture in Grain Storage

    Dec 16th 2022

    What To Know About the Effects of Moisture in Grain Storage

    Planting, maintaining, and harvesting grain is only half the battle—farmers also have to store the grain for long periods without it spoiling or rotting from moisture. Below, we’ll explain what there…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • 7 Questions To Ask Your Grain Handling Dealer Before Buying

    Dec 7th 2022

    7 Questions To Ask Your Grain Handling Dealer Before Buying

    Are you about to purchase grain storage or handling equipment? Before the final decision, consider these questions that every farmer should ask their grain handling equipment dealer before buying. 1.…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • Effective Tactics for Preventing Post-Harvest Loss

    Dec 6th 2022

    Effective Tactics for Preventing Post-Harvest Loss

    Growing and harvesting food and produce is only half the battle for farmers. After harvest, there are many opportunities for their prized crop to spoil or be ruined by outside forces such as the weath…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • 4 Types of Feed Grain Commonly Grown in the US

    Nov 17th 2022

    4 Types of Feed Grain Commonly Grown in the US

    Are you looking to learn more about feed grain? Let us help with our brief and informative guide about the types of feed grain most commonly grown in the US. 1. CornCorn is the most common feed grain…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • Everything You’ll Need To Establish On-Farm Grain Storage

    Nov 7th 2022

    Everything You’ll Need To Establish On-Farm Grain Storage

    Are you considering adding on-site grain storage facilities to your farm? Before you do, explore our guide on what you’ll need to establish on-farm grain storage, what to consider when designing your…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • What To Know About the Grain Sorting Process

    Nov 1st 2022

    What To Know About the Grain Sorting Process

    Farmers have been harvesting and sorting grain for thousands of years, and while the technology has changed, the process has basically remained the same. If you’d like to learn more about this, you’ve…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • The Key Differences Between Grain Bins and Grain Silos

    Oct 18th 2022

    The Key Differences Between Grain Bins and Grain Silos

    Grain bins and silos have been quality and profitable farm staples for generations, but what do they do? In our explainer, we’ll break down the key differences between a grain bin and a grain silo, fr…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • Maintaining Your Grain Handling System: What To Know

    Oct 12th 2022

    Maintaining Your Grain Handling System: What To Know

    The grain handling system and equipment are essential to quality farming and crop storage. If you’re new to grain handling systems or have had problems lately, our guide offers many maintenance tips a…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • Important Considerations When Buying New Grain Bins

    Oct 4th 2022

    Important Considerations When Buying New Grain Bins

    Are you in the market for new grain bins for your farming operation? Before you decide, you should read this post. We’ve put together a helpful guide of important considerations before buying new grai…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team

  • The Financial Benefits of On-Farm Grain Storage

    Sep 30th 2022

    The Financial Benefits of On-Farm Grain Storage

    On-site grain storage offers farmers numerous advantages, ranging from increased efficiency to harvest flexibility. In our guide, we’ll break down some of the most significant financial benefits on-fa…

    Published by The Grain Handling Direct Team