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Post by Freddo on Dec 17, 2013 17:05:22 GMT -5
Hi I am having difficulties finding adequate storage for 1500kg of beans. I just found some moth in the beans so they are getting treated, but I need to find somewhere cool and dry to store them long term. A dedicated cool room would be ideal but before I spend the big money I just want to know if freezing them is an option, this way I can rent space in a frozen coolstore which would be much better at the moment. Unfortunately I cannot find adequate space to just keep them cool, dry and odor free.
I am thinking of double bagging the sacks to protect from moisture, then freezing on pallets. When I need a sack of beans I will bring them out, allow them to warm to ambient temperature , then open the bag in a humidity controlled room. Will this work? Fred
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Post by Ben on Dec 18, 2013 9:20:44 GMT -5
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Post by Freddo on Dec 19, 2013 19:41:51 GMT -5
Thanks Ben. I did see that post but it doesn't answer my question about freezing beans as a long term storage option.
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Post by Sebastian on Dec 19, 2013 19:56:40 GMT -5
Devils in the details mate. How long is long term? Condensation upon removal will be an issue. most freezers have a defrost cycle, which will result in temp fluctuations and ice build up. It can be a good way of preserving them, however. watch the condensation closely.
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Post by Freddo on Dec 22, 2013 20:38:52 GMT -5
Thanks for the tips. The beans are now in storage. Identification of the moths turned out to be Almond Moth. The freezing will sort them out. The beans may be in there for 6 months or more.
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