Application of Artificial Controlled Atmospheres to Grain Storage in the Tropics: Case Study of Nigeria

Effect of Different Storage and Cooking Methods on Some Biochemical, Nutritional and Sensory Characteristics of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculataL. Walp)

“…The decrease in protein, thiamin and soluble carbohydrates of the cowpeas stored in jute bags and metal drums was similar to the losses observed in chickpeas and lima beans stored under similar conditions (Burr, 1973). These data emphasized the advantage of using nitrogen over other methods for storing cereals and other grain legumes in maintaining good quality (Adesuyi et al, 1980). Data on the physical changes in the soaked cowpeas and cooking times under different treatments are presented in Table 2.…”

“…In view of the success reported for the storage of maize under nitrogen, it has been suggested that artificially induced controlled atmosphere involving the use of nitrogen could be adopted for cowpeas (Adesuyi et al, 1980).…”

Temperature Fluctuation Inside Inert Atmosphere Silos

“…Although, the application of control atmosphere silos in Nigeria has proven to be effective in the control of stored products pest of grains especially, cowpea weevil which has been a major challenge for farmers in the North, it has not been widely reported. This is due largely to the fact that the first set of silos were designed and constructed by foreigners and involves the use of sophisticated gadgets that cannot be easily adopted by farmer [3]. The factors affecting temperature of grains in store includes the bin or silo size, wall insulation, shading of the bin or silo complex, heat generation by the grain and the surrounding, material of construction and grain agitation.…”