Postharvest

From broad scale dryland cropping systems to intensive irrigated production the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development works with industry and business to ensure market access locally, interstate and internationally for Western Australian produce.

Handling and storage postharvest is vital to maintaining quality of produce. The department provides information on optimal conditions for storage, including chilling and pest management as well as information on biosecurity in relation to export commodities.

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Articles

  • Harvest

    Underground storage of grain

    14 October 2013

    Some time ago several Western Australian farmers have stored grain underground with minimal deterioration for up to 11 years.

  • Grain storage: maintaining grain quality

    14 April 2015

    Grain stored on farms for seed or livestock feed is an important investment. Protecting the grain from insect attack can be regarded as an exercise in income protection.

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