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As months of hard work come to fruition, harvesting grains is a celebratory time worldwide. But taking these grains packed with nutritional value and freshness from fields to tables doesn’t end at harvesting! It is crucial to ensure that the quality is kept intact throughout the journey and that includes proper preservation and packaging. Optimum solutions not only prevent molds and spoilage but also extend grains’ shelf life.
In this blog, we’ll explore seasonal grains and the best practices for packaging and preserving newly harvested grains. Additionally, we'll highlight how Ecotact provides top-tier packaging solutions designed to enhance grain preservation and ensure that your harvest remains as fresh and nutritious as the day it was reaped.
Spotlight on Some Seasonal Grains
Each season brings along a variety of grains with distinct nutritional value and characteristics. It is crucial to understand these grains in detail to ensure the quality is maintained. Let’s learn more about the grains in detail:
Panela Sugar
Panela sugar, also known as unrefined cane sugar, is a staple in many cultures for its rich, molasses-like flavor and high nutritional content. However, its hygroscopic nature makes it prone to moisture absorption, leading to clumping and microbial growth. Therefore, airtight packaging is essential to maintain quality and extend shelf life.
Millet
Millet is a versatile, nutrient-rich grain, gaining popularity due to its gluten-free properties and high fiber content. However, it is susceptible to pest infestations and oxidation, which can compromise its quality. Effective packaging solutions are necessary to protect millet from these threats and preserve its nutritional integrity.
Maize
Maize, or corn, is one of the most widely cultivated grains globally, used for human consumption, animal feed, and industrial purposes. Post-harvest, maize can suffer from fungal contamination, particularly aflatoxins, which pose serious health risks. Proper drying and airtight packaging are crucial to prevent spoilage and contamination.
Quinoa
Quinoa, a superfood known for its high protein content and essential amino acids, is sensitive to environmental factors such as moisture and temperature. Inadequate packaging can lead to reduced shelf life and loss of nutritional value. Thus, specialized packaging solutions are necessary to ensure quinoa remains fresh and retains its health benefits.
Importance of Proper Packaging and Preservation of Grains
Globally, the grain production industry is vast and vital, with an estimated 2.8 million tonnes of grains produced annually. However, despite the abundance of grain harvested yearly, post-harvest losses with inadequate storage and preservation practices are challenging. In fact, it translates into billions of dollars in wasted resources and missed opportunities to combat food insecurity. Hence, proper packaging is crucial for preserving grain quality and ensuring safety, nutritional value, and marketability, especially for grains destined for international markets.
This is where Ecotact steps in revolutionizing grain preservation. Offering high-quality, hermetic bags, and vacuum-sealed bags, Ecotact is an eco-friendly coffee packaging solution. Maintaining freshness and integrity by creating airtight, moisture-proof environments Ecotact product aims to extend shelf life and protect against environmental threats.
Keeping Seasonal Farm Freshness Intact With Ecotact Bags
Ecotact provides an array of innovative packaging solutions for everyone from roasters to exporters/importers. As we put focus on newly harvested grains let’s discuss some of the various Ecotact bags that are best suited for farmers! These advanced packaging solutions not only ensure that grains retain their quality but also help reduce post-harvest losses. Let’s take a look:
1. Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Storage Bags
These bags offer a multi-layered barrier against oxygen and moisture, preventing the growth of molds and pests. Along with high-temperature tolerance (-30° C to 90° C) these hermetic bags also have high resistance to oil and solvents. The capacities for the different variants of the Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Storage Bags vary from 15-70 kgs! These are ideal for storing grains like maize and millet, which are prone to fungal contamination and pest attacks.
2. Ecotact Sterile Vacuum Bags
By removing air from the packaging, these Ecotact bags significantly reduce the risk of oxidation and moisture absorption. Keeping the inherent quality maintained these bags are hydrocarbon-free! The capacity for Ecotact Sterile Vacuum Bags ranges from 5-6 kgs, to 10-12.5 kgs and 12.5-15 kgs. Perfect for sensitive grains such as Panela sugar and quinoa, which require airtight conditions to maintain their quality.
Ecotact Penta Pak is an ideal solution for green coffee storage and transportation. Its five-panel protection and pentagon design hold the bag firmly on a flat surface and allow it to preserve the grains. With transparency and heat-maintaining properties, it requires no need to use pesticide/insecticide. The sizes of Ecotact Penta Pak available are from 5-7 kgs to 10-12.5 kgs!
Affordable, reusable, and effective, the Ecotact Farmer D’lite is built with a farmer’s trust at heart. These bags are reusable and do not require any secondary packaging. Coming equipped with reusable cable ties these bags are suitable for 50 to 70 kgs of grains. It maintains freshness for 4+ months.
Ensuring the quality of newly harvested grains is paramount for farmers and consumers alike. By choosing Ecotact bags, farmers can safeguard their harvests, enhance the quality of their produce, and ensure a successful transition from field to market.
Ready to protect your harvest with the best packaging solutions? Visit Ecotact today to explore the perfect packaging solution for your grains.
