Seed Storage :: Structures

Storage structures used by the farmers

Miscellaneous plant materials (Paddy straw storage structure and Bottle gourd shells) Paddy straw is wound in the form of rope to varying diameter (30–100q) Stem of vitex and pigeon pea stalks wound like a bin and both sides are plastered with mud and cow dung (1-2 q). Bottle gourd empty shells are used (2-5 kg) Not insect and rat proof. Temporary structure only for storage of small quantity of seed lots.

Paddy Rope	Paddy straw storage structure	Bottle gourd shells
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