MICROWAVE GRAIN DISINFECTION PROMISING TECHNOLOGY FOR CROP PRESERVATION
Abstract
This paper examines the application of ultra-high frequency (microwave) radiation as an alternative method for disinfecting cereal crops infested with pests and microorganisms. The limitations of traditional disinfection methods are analyzed, along with the physical principles of microwave treatment, its effects on harmful organisms, and the necessary equipment. Advantages, disadvantages, and prospects for integrating this technology into the agro-industrial complex are discussed.
Keywords
grain disinfection, microwave, pests, microorganisms, storage, agriculture.
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