Seed Drying, Processing, Storage, and Testing Methods

Seed Drying, Processing, Storage, and Testing Methods

Covers seed drying methods (sun drying, forced air drying, heated air drying, moisture equilibrium), seed processing plant layout, cleaning equipment (air-screen cleaner, gravity separator), upgrading machines, seed treatment (fungicides/insecticides), packaging (jute/polythene bags), storage conditions (orthodox/recalcitrant seeds, 8-10% moisture, controlled temperature/humidity), marketing, and seed testing (ISTA standards, germination, purity, vigor tests).