"Food is the paramount necessity of the people," and rice is undoubtedly a staple food that many of us can’t live without. A bowl of fragrant white rice paired with home-cooked dishes is the simplest form of happiness. But did you know there are many little-known facts about rice behind the bowl you eat every day? It’s not just "white rice"—its growth process is quite "particular," and even improper storage can ruin its taste. Today, let’s talk about all things related to rice.

Boiled corn in summer, corn porridge in winter, popcorn for movie nights, and corn kernels in salads—corn has long been a staple on our dining tables. But did you know that the "old corn" we often eat is just one member of the corn family? From sowing to serving, every step of corn’s journey holds little-known secrets. Today, let’s unlock corn’s "growth diary," explore the cool facts about this "golden grain," and learn how to keep fresh corn in top condition for longer.

As summer grain harvests arrive, hundreds of millions of jin of newly harvested grain flows from fertile fields into barns. Today’s modern granaries—equipped with intelligent temperature control and green storage systems—stand as guardians of "food safety on the tip of the tongue." The evolution of China’s "national grain barns" from simple earth and wood structures and open air straw enclosures to smart granaries integrated with low-temperature storage, controlled-atmosphere preservation, and intelligent monitoring—is more than just an upgrade of storage conditions; it represents a leap forward in safeguarding national food security.

Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a pressing reality reshaping global agricultural landscapes. Extreme weather events, shifting rainfall patterns, and rising temperatures are challenging the stability of grain production systems worldwide, making grain security a paramount concern for nations. In this context, the transition to green, low-carbon agriculture has emerged as both a strategic response to climate risks and a cornerstone for safeguarding long-term grain security. By integrating technological innovation with policy support, this transformation aims to build agricultural systems that are low-carbon, efficient, and sustainable—ultimately fortifying our ability to feed growing populations amid uncertainty.

Grain storage is a cornerstone of national food security, directly impacting food quality and market value. Factors such as moisture content, damaged grains, moldy kernels, and storage environment temperature/humidity are primary causes of grain deterioration. In recent years, with the promotion of green grain storage concepts, low-temperature storage and controlled atmosphere (CA) technologies have emerged as industry focal points. Low-temperature storage, by maintaining grain pile temperatures below 15°C, slows aging and preserves quality, while CA storage regulates nitrogen and carbon dioxide levels to significantly reduce deterioration. The future of grain storage lies in a synergistic "low-temperature + CA" model, integrated with intelligent monitoring systems, enabling energy-efficient and high-performance storage management. This development aligns with national green development strategies and offers advanced solutions for global grain loss reduction.

As a key feed raw material, the quality and safety of soybean meal are directly linked to the stability of the livestock breeding industry chain. In recent years, mildew in soybean meal caused by quality control loopholes before warehouse entry has not only led to significant economic losses but also posed potential risks to feed safety. Liaoning Qiushi Silo Equipment Engineering Co., Ltd., combining industry practice, conducts an in-depth analysis of the causes of soybean meal mildew and proposes scientific prevention and control solutions, providing technical support for the safe storage of soybean meal.