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Control of moisture content and temperature during storage iscritical to preserving the nutritional and economic value of farm crops as theymove from the field to the market. Fungi (mold) and insects feed on poorlystored crops and reduce crop quality. Relative humidity and temperature affectmold and insect growth, which is reduced to a minimum if the crop is keptcooler than 50°F (10°C) and if the relative humidity of the air in equilibriumwith the stored crop is less than 60%. This chapter addresses methods to safelystore various crops and maintain their quality.DRYINGDrying Equipment and PracticesShallow-Layer DryingDeep-Bed DryingDRYING SPECIFIC CROPSSoybeansHayCottonPeanutsRiceSTORAGE PROBLEMS AND PRACTICESMoisture MigrationGrain AerationSEED STORAGENo. of Pages: 12

Citation: 2019 ASHRAE Handbook¿¿¿HVAC Applications

Product Details

Published:

2019

Number of Pages:

12

Units of Measure:

Dual

File Size:

1 file , 560 KB

Product Code(s):

D-A262019SI