How to buy grain in 2017

Homeowners with household plots and pets are well aware of the problems of fodder storage for the winter. In addition to hay, feed and silage, it is necessary to prepare grain for poultry and small animals.

Instruction manual

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Grain is usually bought at the autumn fairs of agricultural producers of the region or at agricultural enterprises. But in order to buy grain correctly, you must be able to choose it. Tips for choosing grain give the most experienced agricultural technicians:

When choosing a grain, evaluate its clogging and trauma visually, since it is such a grain that is most prone to spoilage.

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Look at the color of the grain. Quality grain has a shiny smooth surface, corresponding to each grain culture, color. If the grain is spoiled, then the color of its shell is dull and dark. When spoiled, oats and barley lose their natural color.

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Sprinkle the grain in one layer on white paper and examine it in a magnifying glass. Pay particular attention to the grain joint and husk. If you see black spots on the grains, then the grain is spoiled or damaged by the fungus.

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Smell the grain, good grain has a fragrant odor without acidic and putrid impurities, odorless ammonia. If in doubt, you can "smell" the grain properly, warming it in the palms of your hands or pouring hot water in a glass for 2-3 minutes. Water temperature should be no more than 60-70o C.

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Try the grain to taste by pre-grinding and chewing it. If the grain tastes sweet, it means it has sprouted, and if sour, it means the grain is spoiled by a fungus.

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In addition to pure grain, agricultural enterprises often offer owners grain waste at a low price. Experts do not recommend fattening animals and poultry with grain waste, as broken and small grains, like husks, litter, dust retain more moisture, which leads to the development of fungi that produce mycotoxins that are harmful to health.

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After buying grain, it must be properly stored. It is advisable to store the grain in a sealed container that does not allow moisture, does not collect condensate. The storage should be kept low humidity (12-14%) and a temperature of 20-30 ° C. Before filling grain for storage, it must be thoroughly cleaned and checked.