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A: Why is silo ventilation required? B: Because stored raw material seeds such as corn, rice, and beans are still alive and have the ability to breathe and dehydrate, if they are planted they will still be able to grow. In addition, ventilation in the silo tank helps prevent moths and mold caused by heat and humidity. A: Why must ventilation in the silo tank be done? B: Reasons for ventilating the silo tank It is to keep the raw materials in a dry state. according to the desired conditions so that there is no fungus and insects to grow To manage constant humidity Manage the temperature evenly and creates maximum storage efficiency. However, the ventilation of the raw materials in the silo tank It does not make the properties of the raw material seeds better than before. But it will help maintain the existing properties of the raw material seeds for a longer time. A: When is it necessary to ventilate the inside of the silo tank? B: When wanting to adjust the temperature inside / outside so that it is not very different. Or adjust it to the same level (5-9 degrees) when a hot spot occurs inside the silo tank. A: What is the purpose of ventilation inside the silo tank? B: To maintain a uniform temperature of the corn kernels with an average temperature range of +/- 2° to 5° C during the day/night during […]

If talking about Feed mill or animal feed factory. It cannot be said of the silos. Because silos are considered the key to building an animal feed factory. Today let's get to know what a silo is. And what is its function? "Silo" according to the 1982 Royal Institute Dictionary means "a large building. Made from strong, durable materials. The interior has a moisture-proof and ventilation system. For temporarily storing agricultural products before exporting.” If explained more simply, a silo is a large tank used to contain grains such as corn, cassava, flour, rice bran, etc. In storing such large quantities of raw materials, storage conditions such as temperature must be controlled. and controlling humidity within appropriate criteria To control humidity so as not to damage raw materials. A dehumidifier (grain dryer) is installed inside the silo to prevent mold and microorganisms that may cause disease. Most silos are large round tanks and are usually made of stainless steel or galvanized steel. There are two types of silos: conical silos (hopper silos) and flat-bottomed silos (flat silos). Both silos Both types have similar working principles. and there will be a conveyor belt (conveyor)

Closed greenhouse system (evaporative cooling system) because Thailand is a country in the tropics with relatively high air temperatures. Most animal farmers tend to build open houses. This is in order to allow the air inside the house to circulate and ventilate, effectively reducing the heat inside the house. Open greenhouses cannot control the temperature. The temperature of the greenhouse will vary according to the weather conditions outside the greenhouse. During the summer, the weather is very hot. Some pets, such as broilers, may not be able to tolerate the hot weather. To avoid hot weather and to control the temperature of the greenhouse, a closed greenhouse system was invented using the principle of water cooling and using a fan as the air circulator. It has a honeycomb pad (cooling pad) that lets water flow through until it is soaked. When running the fan which is in opposite direction to the honeycomb panel, outside air will be sucked through the honeycomb panel into the house. The inside of the greenhouse will be cool using the principle of water evaporation. In addition, closed greenhouses can prevent disease very well, especially bird flu. Both open greenhouses and closed greenhouses have different advantages and disadvantages. Animal owners must decide which housing system they should use, but overall, closed housing systems help solve the problem of hot weather. and prevent disease better than open greenhouses The advantages and considerations of a closed system house are as follows: Advantages: Reduces stress caused by heat and makes chickens healthier. In parents - broiler chickens will have higher production. Reduce death rate Especially during very hot weather. They use fewer fans compared to open schools. and is economical Electrical charge Can be used in conjunction with a dark-out system to raise male and female chickens more efficiently than open houses. Air circulation within the house is very regular. Fresh air from outside will pass through the honeycomb panels into the house and exhaust air outside the house using a fan for only a short time, reducing the problem of ammonia levels in the house. Better growth rates and good feed conversion efficiency in broiler chickens Reduce the use of antibiotics Can house more chickens than open houses compared to the same area