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Extension publications (on-line, hard copy, software) from the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service and from other institutions on topics related to grain quality, grain drying/ conditioning/aeration, stored grain management, pest control, post-harvest IPM, specialty/IP grains, value-added processing, and stored product protection are listed below. Note: If you are aware of related publications we are missing, please e-mail us your link and we will consider adding it to our list.

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Grain Drying, Conditioning and Aeration (return to top)

Purdue University

Calculating Grain Weight Shrinkage in Corn Due to Mechanical Drying, NCH-61 (1991)
Costs of Drying High-Moisture Corn, GQFS-3 (1992) (pdf)
Dryeration & Bin Cooling Systems for Grain, AE-107 (1980)
Drying Grain for Quality, SAC2000 pdf (2000)
Drying of High Oil Corn for Quality, GQFS-35 (1998) (pdf)
Drying of White Food Corn for Quality, GQFS-34 (1998) (pdf)
Drying Soybeans Requires Special Considerations, GQFS-16 (1993) (pdf)
Drying Wheat to Prevent Spoilage and Sprouting, GQFS-11 (1993) (pdf)
Ear Corn Drying, Storage and Handling, GQFS-29 (1996) (pdf)
Economics of On-Farm Corn Drying, NCH-21 (1985)
Grain Drydown in the Field After Maturation, (2002) (pdf)
Harvesting, Drying and Storing Frost-Damaged Corn and Soybeans, GQFS-27 (1996) (pdf)
Harvesting, Drying and Storing Grain Sorghum, AE-82 (1982)
Hybrid Maturity-Energy Relationships in Corn Drying, NCH-51 (1987)
Kernel Dry Weight
Loss During Post-Maturity Dry-Down Intervals in Corn, (1996)
Last Minute Grain Dryer Checks, GQFS-19 (1994) (pdf)
Low-Temperature Drying of Corn in Southwestern Indiana, GQFS-30 (1997) (pdf)
Low-Temperature Drying of the 1992 Indiana Corn Crop, GQFS-5 (1992) (pdf)
Optimizing Dryer Operations, GQFS-15 (2002) (pdf)
Outlook for Fall Harvest-Preparing for the 1992 Corn & Soybean Crops, GQFS-1 (1992) (pdf)
Post-Maturity Grain Drydown in the Field, (2001)
Proper Use of Moisture Meters, GQFS-14 (1993) (pdf)
Reconditioning Overly Dry Soybeans, GQFS-48 (2002) (pdf)
Slow versus Fast Low-Temperature Bin Drying of Corn, GQFS-20 (1994) (pdf)
Solar Heat for Grain Drying-Selection, Performance, Management, AE-108 (1980)
Something for (Almost) Nothing, (2002) AgWeb.com


Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Winnipeg, Canada

Grain Aeration and Unheated Air Drying, Manitoba Agriculture, MG-7506, pdf (1986)
Heated-Air Grain Dryers, Pub 1700, pdf
Noise Control on Farms, 96-033
(1996)


Canadian Grain Commission
Grain Drying for Milling Wheat, Commission Facts

Iowa State University

Low-Temperature Drying Systems in Iowa, PM-1016 pdf (2000)
Soybean Drying and Storage, PM-1636 pdf (1995)


Kansas State University
Questions and Answers About Aeration Controllers, MF-2090 pdf (1995)

University of Nebraska

Natural Air Corn Drying, G85-760-A (1985)


North Carolina State University
Postharvest Cooling and Handling of Sweet Corn, AG-41 (1990)

North Dakota State University

Crop Dryeration and In-Storage Cooling, AE-808 pdf (1983)
Grain Drying, Part I - Introduction, AE-701-1 (rev 1994)
Grain Drying, Part II - Types of Dryers and Drying, AE-701-2 (rev 1994)
Grain Drying, Part III - Energy, Quality Fire, Moisture and Fans, AE-701-3 (rev 1994)
Grain Drying, Part IV - Heaters, Costs, Safety and Managing Stored Grain, AE-701-4 (rev 1994)
Natural Air / Low Temperature Crop Drying, EB-35 pdf (1993)


Ohio State University
Natural Air Grain Drying in Ohio, AEX-202-90

Oklahoma State University
The Mechanics and Physics of Modern Grain Aeration Management

University of Florida
Granary Software - A Suite of Drying Software Program

University of Kentucky
Harvesting, Drying and Storing Grain Sorghum, AEN-17 pdf

University of Minnesota
Dryeration and In-Storage Cooling for Corn Drying, WW-7356-GO (1998)
Natural-Air Corn Drying in the Upper Midwest, BU-6577-GO (1995)
Wheat and Barley Drying, FS-5949-GO (1992)

University of Missouri at Columbia
Low Temperature, In-bin Drying: Shelled Corn in Southwest, Central and Northern Missouri, G-01310 (1993)


Designing Drying and Aeration Systems
(return to top)

Purdue University

Fan Sizing and Application for Bin Drying/Cooling of Grain, AE-106 (1980)
Grain Drying, Handling, and Storage Handbook, MWPS-13 (1987)
Low Temperature and Solar Grain Drying Handbook, MWPS-22 (1980)
Dry Grain Aeration Systems Design Handbook, MWPS-29 (1997)
Dry Grain Aeration Systems Design Tool, ExcelSpreadsheet (2002)


Kansas State University

Questions and Answers about Aeration Controllers, pdf (1995)


University of Minnesota
FANS Program (available via the homepage of the Post-Harvest Handling Program)
Management of Stored Grain with Aeration, FO-1327-GO (1991)

Selecting Fans and Determining Airflow for Crop Drying, Cooling and Storage, FO-5716-GO (1999)

University of Nebraska
Aeration of Stored Grain, G84-692-A (rev 1993)
Ventilation Fans: Performance, G95-1242-A (1995)
Ventilation Fans: Types and Sizes, G95-1243-A (1995)
Ventilation Fans: Efficiency and Maintenance, G95-1244-A (1995)

Economics of Grain Handling, Drying and Storage (return to top)
Purdue University
Disaster Payments for Low-Quality 1992 Indiana Corn, GQFS-9 (1993) (pdf)
Economics of On-Farm Corn Drying, NCH-21 (1985)

Kansas State University

Economic Issues with Dry-Edible Beans, MF-2533 (2001)
Economic Issues with Grain Sorghum, MF-2513 (2001)
Economic Issues with Soybeans, MF-2512 (2001)
Economic Issues with Sunflowers, MF-2514 (2001)
Economic Issues with Value-Enhanced Corn, MF-2430 (1999)

Economics of On-Farm Storage, MF-2474 pdf (2001)
Economics of On-Farm Storage, EXCEL spreadsheet (2001)

Economic Issues with White Corn, MF-2497 (2000)
Grain Marketing Plans for Farmers, MF-2458 (2000)
Inland Grain Elevator Operating Costs and Capital Requirements, B-644 (1983)


North Dakota State University
Calculating Grain Drying Cost, AE-923 pdf (1995)
Grain Moisture Content Effects and Management, AE-905 pdf (1995)

University of Illinois

Adjusting for Moisture: Excerpts from Proceedings of an Equivalent Bushel Workshop, AE-4720 pdf (1997)
Alternative Market Channels for Specialty Corn and Soybeans, AE-4726 pdf (1999)
Component Pricing in the Soybean Industry, AE-4702 pdf (1994)
Economic Effects of Moisture Changes in Grains and Oilseed, AE-4718 pdf (1996)
Economic Evaluation of Air Dried Corn, AE-4698 pdf (1993)
Marketing of Specialty Corn and Soybean Crops, AE-4733 pdf (2000)
Privatization Progress in the South African Maize Industry, AE-4723 pdf (1998)
The Argentine Grain Industry: the Start of Privatization, AE-4716 pdf (1996)


University of Minnesota

Calculating Bushels, (1998)
On-Farm Grain Storage Costs: Consider all the Factors, (1998)

 

Safety During Grain Handling, Drying and Storage (return to top)
Purdue University

Dangers of Flowing Grain, S-77 (rev 1990)
Grain Storage Problems are Increasing the Dangers to Farm Operators, GQFS-8 (1993) (pdf)

Using Grain Harvesting Equipment Safely, S-74 (1977)


Kansas State University
Safety Measures in Handling Stored Grain, AF-170 pdf (1989)

North Dakota State University
Caught in the Grain!, AE-1102 (1995)
Safety With Grain Augers, AE-1071 (1995)

Oklahoma State University
OSU Grain Elevator Dust Emission, CR-1108 pdf
 


Grain Storage Systems and Management (return to top)
Emergency/Temporary Grain Storage Systems

Purdue University

Adapting Silage Silos for Dry Grain Storage, AE-93 (1978)
Outdoor Pile Volume Calculator
, EXCEL Spreadsheet (2002)
Shifting from Corn Drying to Corn Storage, GQFS-6 (1992) (pdf)
Temporary Corn Storage in Outdoor Piles, AE-91 pdf (rev 1999)
Temporary Grain Storage Considerations, GQFS-38 (1998) (pdf)


Kansas State University

Emergency Storage of Grain: Outdoor Piling, MF-2363 (1998)


North Dakota State University
Crop Storage Management, AE-791 pdf (1990) 1990Z)
Temporary Grain Storage, AE-84 (rev 1998)

University of Minnesota
Calculating Bushels, (1998)
Converting Tower Silos for Dry Grain Storage, (1998)
Planning Grain Drying, Handling and Storage Facilities, (2000)
Using Flat Buildings for Dry Grain Storage, (1998)

University of Nebraska

Computations on Grain Stored in Various Configurations
Grain Storage: Value, Costs, and Returns
Temporary/ Emergency Grain Storage Options, (1998)


Stored Grain Quality Management (return to top)
Purdue University

Grain Storage Problems are Increasing the Dangers to Farm Operators, GQFS-8 (1997) (pdf)
Integrating Temp & Pest Management for Successful Grain Storage, GQFS-12 (1993) (pdf)
Keeping Cold Grain Cold, GQFS-21 (1995) (pdf)
Managing Grain for Year-Round Storage, AE-90 (1979)

Maximize Grain Quality & Profits Using S.L.A.M., ID-207 (1994)
Moisture Accumulation Surface Crusting and Management, Feed & Grain, Feb/March 2001
Rewarming Supercold Grain, GQFS-17 (1994) (pdf)
S.L.A.M., (poster)

Why is Stored Corn Deteriorating Prematurely?, GQFS-7 (1993) (pdf)


Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities
Maintaining Quality in Stored Grain, ANR-330 (1989)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Winnipeg, Canada
Protection of Farm-Stored Grains, Oilseeds and Pulses from Insects, Mites and Moulds, 1851/E (Revised) pdf
Grain Preservation Biosystems, University of Manitoba, pdf

Colorado State University
Managing Stored Grain, No. 00117 (2001)

Iowa State University
Guidance on Flood Water-Damaged Grain, DR-42 pdf (1993)

Kansas State University
Peaking Grain in Round Storage Structures, MF-933 pdf (1989)
Stored Grain in Kansas, L-840 pdf (1991)
Storing Wheat, MF-855 pdf (1987)

Oklahoma State University
Stored Product Management, E-912 (selected chapters in pdf)

University of Minnesota
Wheat and Barley Storage, FS-5947-GO (1992)

University of Nebraska

Holding Wet Corn With Aeration, G87-862-A (rev 1995)
Initial Condition Determines Quality of Stored Grain, (1998)
Management to Maintain Stored Grain Quality, G94-1199-A (1994)
Management - The Key to Maintaining Stored Grain Quality, I-98
Prepare Grain Bins and Equipment for Harvest, (1998)

 


Stored Grain Pest Management (return to top)

Purdue University

Grain Mite Infestation: Prevention and Control, GQFS-13 (1993) (pdf)
Popcorn Agri-Chemical Handbook, (2004)
Post-Harvest Pocket Guide, ID-215 (1997)
Preventing Insect Problems in Farm-Stored Corn, NCH-7 (1984)
Purdue Post-Harvest IPM Educator CD-ROM, CD-ID-1 (1997)
Stored Grain Insect Pest Management, E-66 pdf (rev 1991)


Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities

Insect Management, IPM-330 (1999)


Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Manual of Fumigation for Insect Control, FAO Plant Production and Protection Paper 54

Iowa State University
Indian Meal Moth, (1996)

Kansas State University

Integrated Pest Management in Kansas Farm-Stored Wheat Using Aeration Controllers, SRP-737 pdf (1995)
Stored Grain Advisor (Expert System Software)
Management of Stored Grain Insects - Part I, pdf (1987)
Management of Stored Grain Insects - Part II, pdf (1989)
Management of Stored Grain Insects - Part III, pdf (1993)
SAM (Sanitation Aeration Monitoring): An Integrated Pest Control Strategy for Farm-Stored Wheat, MF-2113 pdf (1995)


Michigan State University
Stored Grain Pest Management (1996)

University of Georgia
Insect Management in Grain Stored on the Farm, B-1101 (1994)

University of Minnesota
Controlling Indianmeal Moths in Shelled Corn and Soybeans, FS-0996-GO (1990)
Fumigating Stored Grain, FS-1034-GO (1990)
Preventing Stored-Grain Insect Infestation, FS-0997-GO (1990)

Stored Product Insects and Biological Control Agents (chapter from E-912, 1997)

University of Nebraska
Pest Management of Farm-Stored Grain, EC88-1534-A
Fumigating Farm-Stored Grain With Aluminum Phosphide, G86-790-A (rev 1998)
Rodent-Proof Construction: Drains and Feeding Equipment, G94-1217-A (1994)


Stored Grain Insect Images
(return to top)

Purdue University

Insect Pests of Home Stored Foods, E-37 pdf (2000)
Principal Stored Grain Insects of Indiana, E-80 pdf (rev 2000)


Clemson University
Stored Grain Insect Images

Ohio State University

Confused and Red Flour Beetles, HYG-2087-97
Sawtoothed and Merchant Grain Beetles, HYG-2086-97
Granary and Rice Weevils, HYG-2088-97


Stored Grain Diseases and Spoilage
(return to top)
Purdue University
Blue Eye in Corn, GQFS-18 (1994) (pdf)
Blue Eye In Corn, BP-49 (rev 2001)
Cob Rot Damaged Corn, GQFS-28 (1996) (pdf)
Diplodia Ear Rots in Indiana, GQFS-45 pdf (2000) (pdf)
Ear Rot and Mycotoxin Survey 1995, GQFS-25 (1996) (pdf)
Gib Ear Rot of Corn, GQFS-2 (1992) (pdf)
Head Scab of Wheat and Vomitoxin, GQFS-22 (1995) (pdf)
Indiana Stored-Corn Quality Survey - Preliminary Conclusions, GQFS-10 (1993) (pdf)
Moldy Corn Poisoning in Horses (Leukoencephalomalacia), ID-189 (1992)
Mycotoxins and Mycotoxin Test Kits, BP-47 (1994)

Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities
Mycotoxins and Mycotoxicoses, ANR-767 (1993)

Colorado State University
Aflatoxins, No. 00306 (2001)

Iowa State University
Soybean Cyst Nematode, PM-879 pdf (1995)

Kansas State University
Mycotoxins in Feed Grains and Ingredients, MF-2061 pdf (1995)

Ohio State University
Moldy Grains, Mycotoxins and Feeding Problems

University of Kentucky
Mycotoxins in Corn Produced by Fusarium Fungi, ID-121

University of Missouri
Stored Grain Fungi
 
Utilization & Processing of Grains & Oilseeds (return to top)
Purdue University
Alcohol Distillation: Basic Principles, Equipment, Performance, Relationships, and Safety, AE-117 (1984)

Penn State
EnergySelectors

Feed Processing
(return to top)

Purdue University
Carryover Corn May Still Threaten Horses, GQFS-4 (1992) (pdf)
Making Better Pellets, Feed and Grain, January 2000
Vomitoxin in Feed Wheat for Hogs, GQFS-26 (1996) (pdf)
Utilizing Drought-Damaged Corn, NCH-58 (1993)

Iowa State University
Identifying Valuable Corn Quality Traits for Starch Production, EDC-194 pdf (1999)
Identifying Valuable Corn Quality Traits for Livestock Feed, EDC-195 pdf (1999)

University of Nebraska
Grain Processing for Feedlot Cattle, G73-14-A (1976)
Grain Sorghum Processing Sorghum for Beef Cattle, G74-136-A (1987)
Importance of Grain Quality, Nutrient Composition and Processing for Dairy Cattle, G94-1229-A (1994)

Kansas State University
Avoiding Drug Carryover During Feed Processing and Delivery, MF-2055 pdf (1996)
Bagged Ingredient Storage, MF-2040 pdf (1995)
Bulk Ingredient Storage, MF-2039 pdf (1995)
Effects of Diet Particle Size on Animal Performance, MF-2050 pdf (1995)
Evaluating Feed Components and Finished Feeds, MF-2037 pdf (1996)
Evaluating Particle Size, MF-2051 pdf (1995)
Grain Grading Standards in Feed Manufacturing, MF-2034 pdf (1997)
Hammermills and Roller mills, MF-2048 pdf (1996)
Medicated Feed Additives for Beef Cattle and Calves, MF-2043 pdf (2000)
Medicated Feed Additives for Swine, MF-2042 pdf (2000)
On-Farm Feed Manufacturers Quality Assurance Pocket Manual, MF-2091 pdf (1995)

Portable Grinder Mixers, MF-2054 pdf (1995)
Premixing, MF-2056 pdf (1996)
Preventative Maintenance for Feed Processing Facilities and Equipment, MF-204 pdf (1997)
Quality Assurance for On-Farm Feed Manufacturing, MF-2033 pdf (1997)

Rotating Drum Mixers, MF-2053 pdf (1995)
Sampling Feed Components and Finished Feed, MF-2036 pdf (1995)
Testing Mixer Performance, MF-1172 pdf (1994)
 
 


Quality/Value-Added/Specialty/IP Grains (return to top)


Purdue University

A Multi-Year IP Plan, (2002) AgWeb.com
Concerns over Pharmaceutical Traits in Grains, GQFS-47 (2002) (pdf)
GMO Issues Facing Indiana Farmers in 2001, GQFS-46 (2001) (pdf)
Grain Quality Issues Related to Genetically Modified Crops, GQFS-42 (1999) (pdf)

High Oil Corn Composition, GQFS-33 (1997) (pdf)
High Value Soybean Composition, GQFS-39 (1998) (pdf)
Quality Grain Needs TLC, GQFS-23 (1995) (pdf)
1995 Indiana Corn Quality Survey - Composition Data, GQFS-24 (1996) (pdf)
1996 Indiana Corn Quality Survey - Composition Data, GQFS-32 (1997) (pdf)
1996 Indiana Soybean Composition Data, GQFS-31(1997) (pdf)
1997 Indiana Corn Composition Data, GQFS-37 (1998) (pdf)
1997 Indiana Soybean Composition Data, GQFS-36 (1998) (pdf)
1998 Indiana Corn Composition Data, GQFS-40 (1999) (pdf)

1998 Indiana Soybean Composition Data, GQFS-41 (1999) (pdf)
1999 Indiana Corn Composition Data, GQFS-43 (2000) (pdf)
1999 Indiana Soybean Composition Data, GQFS-44 (2000) (pdf)

Specialists: Biotech Varieties not Critical for Indiana Farmers, (2001) AgWeb.com

Canadian Grain Commission

Conversion Tables for Use with Moisture Meters, Model 919/3.5 and 393/3.5
Grain Grades and Standards, Commission Facts

Moisture Determination Guidelines for Moisture Meters, Model 919/3.5" and 393/3.5"
Official Grain Grading Guide, pdf (2001)
Sampling Systems Manual, Industry Services, pdf (2001)
Test Weight Conversion Charts


Kansas State University

Corn Grading Procedures, EP-96 pdf (2000)
Economic Issues with Genetically Modified (GM) Food and Feed Grains, MF-2449 (2000)
Sorghum Grading Procedures, EP-97 pdf (2000)
Soybean Grading Procedures, EP-95 pdf (2000)
Wheat Grading Procedures, EP-98 pdf (2000)


University of Illinois

Changes in Soybean Quality Between U.S. Origins and Foreign Destinations, AE-4715 pdf (1996)
Comparative Quality for the Japanese Corn Starch Industry, AE-4725 pdf (1999)
Farmer's Selection Criteria for Soybean Varieties, AE-4724 pdf (1998)
Illinois Farmers' Selection Criteria for Soybean Varieties 2000, AE-4742 pdf (2001)
Illinois Farmers' Selection Criteria for Soybean Varieties, 1999, AE-4730, (1999)
Producer Alternatives in Growing Specialty Corn and Soybeans, AE-4732 pdf (2000)
Search for Solutions in the EU-US GMO Debate, AE-4731 pdf (2000)
Soybean Quality in Illinois, AE-4709 pdf (1995)
Soybean Quality for Korean Tofu Processors, AE-4729 pdf (1999)


University of Minnesota
Identity Preservation (IP) of Grain Crops, (2001)
Segregating Genetically Modified Crops, (1999)


University of Nebraska

Distiller Grains, MP-51 (1997)
On-Farm Storage of Dry Edible Beans, EC-99-794-B (1999)

USDA
Identity Preserved Grain - Logistical Overview
Enhancing the Quality of U.S. Grain for International Trade, PB89-187199 (1989) pdf
Grain Quality in International Trade: A Comparison of Major U.S. Competitors, PB89-187249 (1989) pdf
Grain Sampling Procedures, GIPSA (2001) pdf
Official United States Standards, GIPSA
Principal Types of Corn Damage, GIPSA pdf
Principal Types of Sorghum Damage, GIPSA pdf
Principal Types of Soybean Damage, GIPSA pdf
Principal Types of Wheat Damage, GIPSA pdf
U.S. Corn Inspection, GIPSA (2001) pdf

U.S. Rice Inspection, GIPSA (2001) pdf
U.S. Sorghum Inspection, GIPSA (2001) pdf
U.S. Soybean Inspection, GIPSA (2001) pdf
U.S. Wheat Inspection, GIPSA (2001) pdf


U.S. Grains Council

U.S. Corn: Storage in Tropical Climates
U.S. Sorghum: Storage in Tropical Climates
Value-Enhanced Grains Quality Report, 1999-2000
Value-Enhanced Grains Quality Report, 2000-2001
Value-Enhanced Grains Quality Report, 2001-2002

 

For more information contact:

Dr. Dirk E. Maier
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Phone: (765) 494-1175
e -mail: maier@purdue.edu

Dr. Linda J. Mason
Entomology
Phone: (765) 494-4586
e -mail: lmason@entm.purdue.edu

Dr. Charles P. Woloshuk
Botany & Plant Pathology
Phone: (765) 494-3450
e -mail: woloshuk@btny.purdue.edu

 

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