How do you store dried maize?
One of the best ways to ensure that your maize remains at a constant moisture content throughout storage is to store in hermetic bags. Unlike regular jute bags or polypropylene bags used to store maize, hermetic bags usually contain an inner rubber lining in which grains are placed and sealed so that they are airtight.
How do you preserve dried corn?
Preheat an oven or food dehydrator to 130 degrees F to 140 degrees F. Dry corn kernels for 6-12 hours, or until brittle. Cool until no longer warm and then transfer in an airtight container. Stored dried foods in a cool, dry place.
How do you store maize for a long time?
Maize can be stored in bags. The bags must be placed in an ordinary hut or a clean, cool grain hut. Mealies in bags can also be hung in a tree or strung between the branches of a tree. Stored grained insects can, however, fly and will damage the grain stored in the tree.
How long can dry maize be stored?
It is very important to understand that allowable storage time does not “reset” when corn is dried. For example, if corn is stored at 4 deg C and 24% moisture, it can be safely stored for approximately 56 days. If it is stored for 27 days, 50% of the storage time has elapsed.