8 Tips for Long Term Grain Storage

By: Jessie Scott

To most effectively market your grain, you may need to store it into summer and possibly into the next year. To do so, you’re going to need to store it properly. If you don’t and it goes out of condition, you may have to market corn before you’re ready, warns Gary Woodruff, GSI.

1. Prepare Grain Bins
The first step for quality grain is to make sure your storage facilities are prepared for the grain going in. Clean out your bins and get rid of any grain left that might have insects in it. Also, check under floor areas. “These can be a real nice spot for insects to go from one season to the next,” advises Ken Hellevang, North Dakota State University Extension engineer. “If you had an insect infestation at the end of last year, make sure you fumigate or thoroughly clean the bin.”