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New Publication Helps Farmers Manage High-Temperature Grain Dryers for Energy Efficiency

Last Updated: May 14, 2010

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The publication specifically addresses energy-related dryer design and management considerations for high-temperature systems. Topics include wet grain holding capacity, drying temperature, adequate airflow, cooling, heat recovery and sensor calibration.

Released May 13, 2010

AMES, Iowa – High-temperature grain dryers can dry grain at high speed to better accommodate Iowa’s increasing grain yields and farm sizes. However, both dryer design and management play a role in achieving maximum grain drying energy efficiency. A new publication from Iowa State University Extension addresses some of the factors farmers should consider when deciding to install new or update existing grain drying equipment.

“Managing High-Temperature Grain Dryers for Energy Efficiency” (PM 2089F) is available to download from the Extension Online Store, https://www.extension.iastate.edu/store/.


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