Grain beetle prevention in stored grain advised by Manitoba Agriculture
Manitoba farmers should inspect stored grain every two weeks for beetles and thoroughly clean empty bins to prevent summer infestations. Senior entomologist Dave Smith outlines a granary cleanup, grain spillage disposal, and a spraying protocol using malathion. he stresses distinguishing fungus feeding pests from grain feeding pests to apply proper control measures. A Farm Facts guide on prevention and control of insects and mites in farm stored grain is available from Manitoba Agriculture offices or by mail.