Storing grain on the farm is a good way to increase marketing flexibility. On the other hand, building grain storage isn’t free – so how long would it take for would-be new storage structures to pay ...

Ely’s grain elevator in Guide Rock, Nebraska, is shown on Oct. 10, 2025. The elevator has a capacity of over 1 million bushels across 15 bins, two flat storage buildings and a new temporary bunker.

Monitoring grain bins is so important to protect the quality of stored grain, especially during spring as temperatures warm up. “Bins can heat up really fast when sunlight hits them during spring and ...

When consumers buy bread in the store, they may not think about all the costs that go into it — like the expense of storing grain. But that’s something farmers and millers think about these days ...

As outdoor temperatures warm during late winter, spring, and early summer, the potential for grain storage problems increases ...

The increasing global demand for food security and sustainable agriculture has spurred significant research into advanced grain quality monitoring and storage techniques. Recent developments integrate ...

The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.

U.S. grain storage capacity has stalled out since 2020 after two decades of growth, according to a University of Illinois analysis. Storage capacity increased by about 350 million bushels per year ...

During a winter day, the outdoor air may fluctuate by 25 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. This warms the bin and the grain next to the wall during the day ...