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Read MoreThe 2021/22 winter harvest is expected to set a new national record for crop production, reaching 58.4 million tonnes, an annual increase of 5%.
Read MoreAfter you’ve toiled all season to ensure the health of your grain, the last thing you want is to load it straight into a grain silo where the risk of insect infestation and contamination is high.
Read MoreYou’re considering the installation of a long term grain handling and storage solution. You want something that will streamline logistics, increase efficiency and profitability, and work for you for decades to come. A Cyclone grain silo constructed by Optimum silos, with additional custom-engineered handling equipment, might just be the perfect solution for you.
Read MoreRichie Lees’ grain farming operation out at Barellan, in the Narrandera Shire of New South Wales, are long-time clients of Optimum Silos and Optimum Engineering.
Read MoreWhile we mostly recognise silos as having the 30degree inverted cone top, grain storage comes in a range of configurations; all with their own unique set of benefits. Cone bottom, or hopper bottom, silos - aptly named for their shape, are an excellent choice for growers looking for a smaller storage solution, and are the focus of this article.
Read MoreTaking proactive measures to ensure the quality and integrity of your grain stores is vital; keeping stores protected against moisture, mould and pests. But what about your safety, as the grain handler?
Read MoreSilo aeration will provide you, the grower, with a vital tool to ensure grain quality remains high long after harvest, and sees a reduced need for chemical pest, mould and moisture control.
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