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How to preserve fresh corn feed

Fresh corn feed is a very important animal feed, which is rich in nutrients and can provide the energy and vitamins required by animals. However, the shelf life of fresh corn feed is short. If it is not stored properly, it will easily deteriorate and lose its nutritional value. The following will introduce some correct storage methods to ensure the quality of fresh corn feed.

1. Choose fresh corn

Before storing fresh corn feed, you must first choose fresh corn. The skin of fresh corn should be smooth and bright in color, without obvious signs of shriveling or blackening. In addition, the kernels of corn should be full and hard, without signs of worms or mold.

2. Clean the corn

Before storing fresh corn feed, you should wash the corn thoroughly. Soak the corn in clean water and make sure to wash away all dust and dirt on the surface of the corn. Also, check if there are any damaged parts of the corn, if so, remove them.

3. Cutting corn

Cutting the cleaned corn into particles of appropriate size can improve the preservation of fresh corn feed. Cutting the corn can increase its surface area, which is conducive to the dissipation of moisture and the drying of feed.

4. Packing corn feed

Pack the cut corn feed into sealed containers or plastic bags and make sure they are completely sealed. Sealed containers can reduce air contact and effectively reduce the oxidation rate of the feed.

5. Refrigerated or frozen corn feed

Place the packaged corn feed in the refrigerator or freezer for refrigeration or freezing. Refrigeration can extend the shelf life of the feed and ensure the freshness of the feed. If you need to store it for a longer period of time, you can choose to freeze the corn feed.

6. Ensure proper temperature and humidity

In order to ensure the quality of fresh corn feed, the temperature and humidity of the storage environment are also very important. The most suitable storage temperature should be between 4-10 degrees Celsius, and the humidity should be maintained between 50-70%.

7. Regular inspection and replacement

In the process of storing fresh corn feed, regularly check the sealing of the container and the quality of the feed. If it is found that the seal is not tight or the feed is deteriorating, the container and feed should be replaced in time.

By adopting these correct preservation methods, you can ensure the quality and nutrition of fresh corn feed and provide high-quality feed for animals. Thank you for reading this article and I hope it helps you!