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Question
Explain the various preventive measures which are taken before storing the food grains.
Solution
The various preventive measures that are taken before storing the food grains are as follows:
1. Drying: The harvested food grains are dried by spreading them over plastic sheets or on cemented floor.
2. Cleaning: The grains are cleaned properly before their storage. They are filled in gunny bags before storing in godowns, warehouses, and stores.
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