Abstract
Experimental trials were carried out to evaluate the technical feasibility of reconditioning overly dry corn and soybeans to optimal market and processing moisture contents. Data obtained from experimental trials were used to validate an aeration simulation model. This model was used to evaluate the feasibility of reconditioning soybeans and corn. Reconditioning of grain was feasible at low airflow rates (0.11 m3 min–1 t–1) over a six-month period when an automatic aeration controller was used. Using downflow aeration and monthly unloading of the bin allowed for the greatest net economic gain. Predicted reconditioning in Des Moines, Iowa, had a lower net economic gain than in Indianapolis, Indiana, based on 29 years of historic weather records.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-2000
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.13031/2013.5287
Repository Citation
Montross, Michael D. and Maier, Dirk E., "Reconditioning Corn and Soybeans to Optimal Processing Moisture Contents" (2000). Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Faculty Publications. 100.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/bae_facpub/100
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Notes/Citation Information
Published in Applied Engineering in Agriculture, v. 16, issue 5, p. 527-535.
© 2000 American Society of Agricultural Engineers
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