Capacity of off-farm commercial grain storage in the United States totaled 9.74 billion bushels on December 1, 2010, up 3 percent from December 1, 2009. The largest increase occurred in Iowa where an ...

Having more on-farm grain storage can give farmers flexibility in marketing their crops and allow for more efficiency during harvest time. University of Missouri Extension Ag Engineer Jim Crawford ...

Storing grain on the farm is a good way to increase marketing flexibility. On the other hand, building grain storage isn’t free – so how long would it take for would-be new storage structures to pay ...

This story is part of our ongoing series Rethinking Grain Bin Safety, where we're talking with families who've experienced ...

There are many reasons why on-farm grain storage is used by producers across Ohio. It may be part of the marketing strategy, feed storage for farm use, and/or income and tax management to complete ...

The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.

Chief Agri has served the agricultural community since 1961 and produces a full line of storage systems for grain and commodity crops that meet the needs of small farmers and commercial growers alike.

In 2013, Adam Wirtz died on his family’s farm in West Bend, Iowa. Now, the Wirtz Brothers operation has improved safety.

Commercial grain elevators often pile their grain outside for temporary storage. Though this is initially an inexpensive investment, it leaves grain exposed to the elements and increases the ...

For farmers wanting to retain control of their grain and ensure maximum protection from the elements, constructing a long-term storage facility on your farm is essential. Before you connect with your ...