Summer Grain Bag Bulletin

For those who are storing last year’s grain through the summer months:

• Inspect regularly - at least weekly. Especially look on the top of each bag.
• Look for wildlife/bird damage.
• Look for hail damage.
• Patch any visible holes, even small ones.
• Look over the bag after storms.
• Don’t overlook the details:
• Place bags far away from tree lines. Don’t give wildlife any cover near your bags.
• Routinely inspect and maintain. If you see a hole, patch it.
• Consider professional pest management.
• Orient bags north to south to more evenly spread heat; avoid east to west.
• Consider electrifi ed fencing for some locations.