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Dr. Fuji Jian

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Department of Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agricultural & Food Science, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V6, Canada
Interests: modelling of grain storage ecosystems; grain drying; airflow resistance; distribution of dockages; insect ecology; insect control

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Dear Colleagues,

High-quality grain and processed products are basic requirements for our daily food. Application of new technologies in grain storage and processing can maintain high-quality food during grain storage, handling, transportation, and processing. However, application of new technologies always faces challenges, and also opportunities.

This Special Issue focuses on the development, assessment, and application of new technology in grain storage, handling, transportation, and processing to efficiently enhance the quality of grain and processed products. Research and review articles covering a broad range of topics in this field are welcome.

Dr. Fuji Jian
Guest Editor

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Keywords

storage grain management
insect detection and monitoring
integrated management of insects and microorganisms
aeration
grain drying
physical properties of grain
mathematical modelling
insect ecology and population dynamics
grain quality and grading
grain storage ecosystem

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11 pages, 3302 KiB

Open AccessArticle

Using Internet of Things (IoT), Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS), and Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) to Enhance Monitoring and Detection of Grain Pests in Storage and Handling Operators

by Katell Crépon, Marine Cabacos, Félix Bonduelle, Faten Ammari, Marlène Faure and Séverine Maudemain

Agriculture 2023, 13(7), 1355; https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture13071355 - 05 Jul 2023

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To reduce the use of insecticides, silo operators are reconsidering their practices and implementing integrated pest management (IPM) to manage insect infestations. IPM requires the early detection of insects to react before infestation spread or to isolate infested lots. Depending on their position in the storage and handling chain, operators will favor monitoring or rapid detection tools. To simplify monitoring in storage, an internet-connected trap has been designed. It includes a camera located above a tank that allows for the captured insects to be counted. A total of 89 traps were installed in elevators for a proof-of-concept phase. Compared to sample monitoring, the traps detected an average of three additional insect species in an infested batch. To improve the detection of insects in wheat, methods for detecting and quantifying live adult insects (Sitophilus oryzae, Rhyzoperta dominica, and Tribolium confusum) using NIRS and HSI have been developed. The used instruments, a near-infrared spectrometer and a hyperspectral camera, allow for an in-flow analysis, which reduces sampling errors. The cross-validation errors of the NIRS models ranged from 2.44 insects/kg to 2.56 insects/kg, and the prediction error of the HSI ones ranged from 0.70 insect/kg to 2.07 insect/kg, depending on the insect species. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Application of New Technologies in Grain Storage and Processing: Challenges and Perspectives)

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Parboiled Rice Processing Method, Rice Quality, Health Benefits, Environment, and Future Perspectives: A Review

by Jhauharotul Muchlisyiyah, Rosnah Shamsudin, Roseliza Kadir Basha, Radhiah Shukri, Syahmeer How, Keshavan Niranjan and Daniel Onwude

Agriculture 2023, 13(7), 1390; https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture13071390 - 12 Jul 2023

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Parboiled rice is recognized for its greater milling yield and reduced rice breakage compared to raw rice during processing. Additionally, parboiled rice has better glycemic control and numerous health benefits. However, the production of parboiled rice requires energy-intensive processing as well as wastewater production. This study reviews parboiled rice, including its processing condition, nutritional properties, potential use, emerging green technologies, and health benefits. It also discussed the outlook and challenges regarding parboiled rice. In addition, a novel overview of emerging green solutions applied to the process to minimize wastewater creation during parboiling and reduce excessive energy usage is provided. The limitation of parboiled rice for a new market preference is the color. An intense process would cause an unwanted physical appearance. A thorough study should balance the multiple advantages of parboiled rice with the reasonable intensity of the process. Due to its multiple advantages, parboiled rice is demonstrated to be a possible breakthrough in the agriculture and food industries. This review aims to provide a thorough understanding that can be used for academic and industrial purposes. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Application of New Technologies in Grain Storage and Processing: Challenges and Perspectives)

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