Warm Winter Days Can Increase Storage Risk

Feb 04, 2016

Moisture migration in a canola bin peaks when the temperature difference between inside and outside the bin is high. For example, if canola in the bin is -10C and the temperature outside is -30C, air movement inside the bin will be more active than when the difference is smaller. Same if canola in the bin is -20C and the outside air warms up for a week, which often happens this time of year.

Sometimes a quick scan of the bin roofs can provide a indicator. If most bins have snow on them, while some do not, that could be a sign that there is variation between bin temperatures. The best way to check is with temperature cables, or by removing at least one third of the canola in a bin. Probes can also work to check the top or bottom of the central core, which is where heating is most likely to begin. However, heating can also start in pockets of dockage along bin walls — where probes cannot reach.

Source : AlbertaCanola

Video: Agriculture Secretary Rollins Speaks at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim

One of the highlights at the 2026 American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim, California, was an address by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. During her remarks, she thanked America’s farmers and ranchers and said the Trump Administration is fully aware that food security is national security.

She also acknowledged the challenging times in Farm Country with low commodity prices and high input costs and said that’s why the President stepped in to help with the recent Bridge Assistance Program.

Montana Farm Bureau Federation Executive Vice President Scott Kulbeck says that Farm Bureau members are appreciative of the help and looks forward to working with the American Farm Bureau Federation and its presence in Washington, DC to keep farmers and ranchers in business.

Secretary Rollins said the Trump Administration is also committed to helping ranchers build back America’s cattle herd while also providing more high-quality U.S. beef at the meat case for consumers.

And she also announced more assistance for specialty crop producers who only received a fraction of the $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA).

It’s important to note that producers who qualify for Farmer Bridge Assistance can expect the Farm Service Agency to start issuing payments in late February. For more information, farmers and ranchers are encouraged to contact their local USDA Service Center.