Key Practices for Maize Post-Harvest Care and Storage

Post-harvest measures for maize ensure long-term quality and minimize losses. Follow these steps to keep your maize fresh and pest-free:

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Immediately after harvest, maize should be dried to reduce moisture content to 13-14% to prevent mold growth and Aflatoxin contamination.

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Remove any damaged or diseased kernels, it helps in maintaining quality and reducing the risk of pest infestation.

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Store maize in clean, dry, ventilated areas. Use jute bags to protect from pests and moisture. Regularly inspect for pests or mold.

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Use fumigation and other pest control methods to protect stored maize from insects like weevils and grain borers.

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Use good packaging to keep maize safe during storage and transport. Choose packaging materials that can resist pests and moisture.

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Regularly check stored maize for spoilage or pests. Keep records of storage conditions and any treatments used.

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Key Practices for Maize Post-Harvest Care and Storage

Post-harvest measures for maize ensure long-term quality and minimize losses. Follow these steps to keep your maize fresh and pest-free:

Immediately after harvest, maize should be dried to reduce moisture content to 13-14% to prevent mold growth and Aflatoxin contamination.

1.Drying:

Remove any damaged or diseased kernels, it helps in maintaining quality and reducing the risk of pest infestation.

2.Cleaning and Grading:

Store maize in clean, dry, ventilated areas. Use jute bags to protect from pests and moisture. Regularly inspect for pests or mold.

3.Storage:

Use fumigation and other pest control methods to protect stored maize from insects like weevils and grain borers.

4.Pest Management:

Use good packaging to keep maize safe during storage and transport. Choose packaging materials that can resist pests and moisture.

5.Packaging:

Regularly check stored maize for spoilage or pests. Keep records of storage conditions and any treatments used.

6.Monitoring and Quality Control:

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