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1. Understanding Hermetic Storage What is Hermetic Storage? When I first stumbled upon hermetic storage solutions, I wasn’t sure what the term actually meant. So, to put it simply, hermetic storage involves sealing items in a way that protects them from air and...
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Understanding Your Grain Inventory Assessing Your Current Inventory First off, let’s talk about understanding what you have on hand. I remember when I first started, I just kinda guessed how much grain I had, and it didn’t go too well. I found that getting...
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Enhancing Shelf Life of Grains Understanding Grain Decomposition Let’s kick things off with understanding why grains spoil. Just like that loaf of bread we forget in the back of the pantry, grains can fall victim to spoilage. Moisture and pests are two of the biggest...
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Pest Infestations Identifying Pests When it comes to storing grains, one of the first things I learned is that pests can be a real nightmare. You might not even notice them at first, but believe me, they can wreak havoc in no time. The most common culprits? Weevils,...
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Understanding the Basics of Grain Storage Why Grain Storage Matters Let’s kick this off by talking about why we even bother with grain storage in the first place. I mean, we all love our organic grains, right? Proper storage is crucial not only for preserving the...