Flexible Silo for Plastics
Germany, Berlin Land, Berlin - view exact locationCategory
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Description
Efficient post-harvest handling of rice is crucial for ensuring food security in the rice industry. To maintain the quality of rice during storage, it is important to keep it clean, dry, and undamaged.
Several factors need to be considered when handling rice post-harvest:
1. Moisture content: Aim for approximately 25% moisture content at harvest. Excess moisture can lead to fungi growth and oxidation, compromising the quality of the rice.
2. Temperature: High temperatures can also promote fungi growth and oxidation. It is important to store rice in a cool environment to maintain its quality.
3. Storage period: Shorter storage periods are generally better for rice. Before storage, make sure to clean the grain thoroughly to remove any broken seeds or impurities that could affect its quality.
Post-harvest processes involved in maintaining the quality of rice include reception, cleaning, drying, and storage.
To maintain the quality of rice during these processes, the following steps can be taken:
- Reception: Analyze the heat, moisture, and impurities of the rice upon reception. Implement insect control measures and use an aspiration system to remove any unwanted particles or contaminants.
- Cleaning: Install an integrated cleaning system that includes a magnet separator, drum sieve, grain precleaner, grain cleaner, and buffer silos. Ventilation and exhaust fans are crucial in this process to ensure proper air circulation and prevent the accumulation of moisture.
- Drying: It is important to reduce the moisture content of rice to safe levels to prevent issues such as discoloration, loss of germination, loss of freshness, and breakage. Proper drying methods should be employed to achieve this.
- Storage: There are various options for rice storage, including steel silos, concrete silos, warehouses, and bag silos. Whichever option is chosen, proper management of the storage facility is essential to optimize the storage conditions and maintain the quality of the rice.
By following these post-harvest handling practices, the rice industry can ensure the efficient and safe storage of rice, contributing to food security.