Non-Chemical Crop Protection: Diatomaceous Earth (NSPRIDUST®)
NSPRIDUST® — natural diatomaceous earth — provides chemical-free pest control at 100g per 100kg of grain, physically dehydrating insects without toxic residues.
Pest & Disease Management
Avian Impacts and Anthropogenic Spoilage Factors
Birds contaminate stored commodities while human error — improper threshing, inadequate drying, and overloading — significantly contributes to postharvest losses.
Micro-organisms: Mycotoxin Hazards and Market Disqualification
Fungal mycotoxins such as aflatoxins and ochratoxins are highly carcinogenic — strict moisture control is the first line of defense against mold contamination.
Rodent Dynamics: Structural Damage and Public Health Risks
Rodents destroy packaging and infrastructure, contaminate stored food, and act as vectors for deadly zoonotic diseases including Lassa fever.
Biotic Threats: Arthropod Infestations and Management
Insects, mites, and booklice cause physical damage and secondary mold vulnerability in stored grains — moisture and warmth accelerate pest population explosions.