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What factors may be responsible for losses of grains during st... - Science

Question

What factors may be responsible for losses of grains during storage?

Answer

The factors responsible for losses of grains during storage are:

  1. Biotic factors: Insects, rodents, fungi, mites, and bacteria.

  2. Abiotic factors: Inappropriate moisture and temperatures in the place of storage.