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RE: Introduction to soil seed bank
@gentleshaid for how long did you think one can store maize seed, without it been dispersed.
@gentleshaid for how long did you think one can store maize seed, without it been dispersed.
Well, I think it depends largely on where you are storing it. Perhaps you should clarify the question further.
I ask because most people use the local way which is by spreading the seed in the sun so as to make any form of water in the maize shrink out. But i don't know if these method of preservation can last more than six month or more.
If the grains are well dried, it will prevent fungal growth since those need water in order to reproduce. However, pests like weevils can still attack in the long run. So i will say drying method is ok in the short run but chemical preservatives against pest might be necessary if the plan is to store it in the long run