You must have seen stored rice is attacked by Weevil. How can you get rid of this pest? List down 3 such pests that attack stored grains and the methods to remove them.
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Several species of beetles and moths can attack stored grain.
The goal of sanitation is to eliminate insect eggs, pupae, and adults. Grain that can harbor insects can collect in places that are difficult to see, such as on the top .
Rid from pests
Control weeds and grasses, since they can harbor insect and rodent pests. Inspect outside walls and especially the base and roof for damage that could allow pests and moisture to enter.
Do not use the area immediately surrounding the grain bins to store cattle feed (keep stock feeders as far away as possible)
Grains are stored in jute bags and silos. They are protected from microbes and insects by Dehydration or by keeping need leaves.
these weeds can be removed by weedicides..
some common attacks are,
# rodents which can be removed by rodenticides...
# insects by insecticides...
# fungi by fungicides..
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