Select on-site grain storage to reduce shipping costs On-site grain storage management is helpful to those businesses looking to optimize profits by holding their own product.

I recommend:  Grain Systems (GSI) offers a series of storage facilities including farm grain bins, grain aeration and conditioning that maximizes on-site storage. Behlen Mfg. Co. offers grain storage bins that can withstand heavy winds and large amounts of snow by providing a roof that withstands up to 20 pounds of pressure per square foot.

Utilize specific corn storage tank systems With the growth of Ethanol alternative fuel, selecting a grain storage silo that fits the needs of your business will boost your bottom line.

I recommend:  Choose corn storage tanks that provide a corrugated steel silo design for optimum life expectancy and delivery, like those offered by SCAFCO Corporation. To carry over the life expectancy of the corn into the following year, consider rubber liner sealed grain storage, which eliminates any grain loss as well. Lester Buildings LLC offers this grain storage solution for bulk grain storage for long-term needs.

Invest in a layer of plastic for grain storage in existing buildings When existing building grain storage is necessary, consider the importance of plastic grain storage mediums. Earthen floors, concrete floors or other flooring is dangerous to grains. But a layer of heavy duty plastic will protect the grain in the long term. Existing buildings such as warehouses, machinery storage buildings and livestock buildings may be used in this manner when necessary.

I recommend:  For other temporary grain storage solutions, consider plywood temporary grain storage bins like those offered by Willwood Industries. Steel or plywood are options for temporary use. For farm grain storage, consider Walters Buildings, for temporary and permanent solutions that are sized to meet your product's demand.