What are the methods for storing peanut seeds?

Seeds are especially important for agricultural supplies. The quality of the seeds will determine the overall success of the crop harvest.

First, before storage, the seeds must be thoroughly sun-dried so that the seed moisture content drops below 8%. According to experiments, when the seed moisture content is below 8%, storage is very safe, and even at -25°C, germination ability is not affected. When the seed moisture content is above 10%, respiration increases, releasing a large amount of heat energy, which easily causes the seeds to become moldy, deteriorate and become infested with insects.

Second, the seed purity must be improved by removing impurities and immature shriveled pods, which release a large amount of heat energy and easily cause the seeds to become moldy, deteriorate and become infested with insects.

Third, the storage site must be strictly disinfected and sterilized, kept moisture-proof, and kept ventilated and dry inside the warehouse.

Fourth, woven bags and burlap sacks are best for storage containers; avoid storing in airtight plastic bags. Storing seeds in plastic bags easily causes poor air circulation, causing the seeds to undergo anaerobic respiration and poisoning the seed embryo; at the same time, the moisture and heat produced by respiration are not easily released, causing the seeds to heat up and become moldy.

Fifth, peanuts must not be stored in the same warehouse as pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Many pesticides and chemical fertilizers have a certain volatility and corrosiveness, and can damage the cells and embryos of the seeds.

Sixth, during storage, pay attention to frequent inspections to see whether the seeds have become damp, damaged by insects or rats, and whether the germination vigor and germination rate of the seeds have decreased. If problems are found, deal with them promptly to ensure the safe storage of peanut seeds. Zhang Xinggui