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Safe Seed Storage

Safe Seed Storage

A suitable safe seed storage location will allow you to minimise or control the following:

  • Temperature
  • Humidity
  • Ventilation
  • Sun damage and dust
  • Bag damage
  • Rain, leaks and condensation
  • Rodents
  • Insects
  • Theft
TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY

Generally the suitability of a location for short term (1 – 9 months) storage of cotton seed can be assessed by using the following equation:

AIR RELATIVE HUMIDITY + AVERAGE DAILY TEMPERATURE (oC) = < 80

SAFE ON-FARM STORAGE

USE OF FARM SHEDS

If using a farm shed for storage you should ensure that you can manage the above mentioned controls, in particular temperature and humidity.

USE OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS

Shipping containers can be a good seed storage option as it allows you more control over the above mentioned factors. If using a standard contained the ideal set up would include:

  • Sited on eastern side of and immediately adjacent to a high shed
  • False roof 30 to 40 cm above container roof
  • ‘Whirly bird’ ventilator installed
  • Painted white
  • Sitting about 80cm above ground
CARRYOVER SEED TESTING

Testing before planting next season is important to ensure the quality of your seed. CSD provides a free seed germination testing service for growers and agents.

Find out more here.

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