Moisture content for safe storage
Grains should be dried to a certain moisture content (MC) depending on storage period to avoid potential problems:
|
Storage period |
Required MC for safe storage |
Potential problems |
|
weeks to a few months |
14% or less |
molds, discoloration, respiration loss |
|
8–12 months |
13% or less |
insect damage |
|
storage of farmer's seeds |
12% or less |
loss of germination |
|
<1 year |
9% or less |
loss of germination |
