How do storage grain losses occur? - Vidyadip

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How do storage grain losses occur?

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The factors responsible for loss of grains during storage are:

Abiotic factors like moisture (present in foodgrains), humidity (of air) and temperature.
Biotic factors like insects, rodents, birds, mites and bacteria.

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