Wheat harvesting has been completed. Now the biggest problem facing the farmers is how to keep the wheat in their homes or warehouses for a long time so that it does not get spoiled.
Understanding this concern of the farmers, Dr. Jitendra Kumar Tomar, a senior official of the Agriculture Department of Uttar Pradesh, has told some important things. These things are about storing wheat by combining old methods with new ones.
In this article, we will know those suggestions in detail so that farmers can save their crop from getting spoiled and keep the wheat safe throughout the year.
Tips to keep wheat safe
According to Dr. Tomar, it is mandatory to dry wheat thoroughly before storing it. If even a little moisture remains in wheat, it can become home to mold and insects. Therefore, the farmer should immediately after harvesting dry wheat by spreading it in the sun And store only dry grains.
The storage surface should be moisture free and elevated
The surface where the grain is kept is completely Moisture-free There should be. One should avoid placing sacks directly on the ground. Dr. Tomar said that wheat sacks Place on a surface at least two feet highso that the grains remain protected from rain or soil moisture.
Do safe storage in drums and tin containers.
If farmers are storing on a large scale then they tin drums or airtight containers Use. It is important to ensure that the container is completely clean and dry. in such containers Sulphos They can be sealed by inserting tablets. These bullets release gas, which destroys the wheat. safe from insects Keeps it and does not let it spoil for a long time.
Use new sacks or dispose of old ones properly.
Dr. Tomar recommends that every year Gunny Bags It is better to use sacks, but if you have to use old sacks, then wash them thoroughly. sun dried And By washing in 5% neem solution Can be used again.
Avoid storing grains close to the wall
Never keep the sacks close to the wall as this increases the risk of coming in contact with moisture. Always keep the grains in open air so that there is no infection or mold in it.
home remedies
farmers have something Home Remedies There are also those which have been adopted for generations. Dr. Tomar explains that dry neem leaves By keeping it mixed with grains, fungus does not form and the wheat remains safe. In addition, a small amount Asafoetida (Asafoetida) Keeping it mixed with wheat also protects from insects. This is a natural and cheap solution that farmers can adopt at home.
keep away from food and drinks
Grain sacks should not be kept near any food items. Due to this there is a risk of infection and the quality of storage is also affected.