Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency
This investigation explores the effectiveness of hot air-drying and ambient ventilation techniques in enhancing the storage quality of Khao Dok Mali 105 paddy rice within small-scale barns in Northeast Thailand. Through comprehensive analysis of moisture and temperature dynamics, the research reveal...
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| description | This investigation explores the effectiveness of hot air-drying and ambient ventilation techniques in enhancing the storage quality of Khao Dok Mali 105 paddy rice within small-scale barns in Northeast Thailand. Through comprehensive analysis of moisture and temperature dynamics, the research revealed that an optimized main air pipe system significantly reduces moisture content from 25% db to a desirable 16% db, outperforming alternative systems. Spatial assessments within the barn highlighted the importance of placement, showing that front sections achieved lower moisture levels. This underscores the need for uniform moisture distribution and temperature management to prevent quality degradation. Notably, after 84 h of drying, variations in moisture content across different barn locations emphasized the critical role of environmental control. These insights pave the way for advancing grain storage practices, focusing on strategic ventilation and environmental monitoring to ensure rice quality over time. This study not only challenges traditional methods but also offers significant practical implications for optimizing small-scale rice storage, providing a pathway towards sustainable post-harvest processing in resource-constrained environments. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-29fd6483d1af46518551192ece54ceaf2024-03-12T16:44:04ZengMDPI AGFoods2304-81582024-02-0113567210.3390/foods13050672Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy EfficiencyWasan Duangkhamchan0Khanhatai Huangsaeng1Naoshi Kondo2Donludee Jaisut3Research Unit of Process Design and Automation, Faculty of Engineering, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham 44150, ThailandChanthaburi Provincial Agricultural Extension Office, Chanthaburi 22000, ThailandDivision of Environmental Science and Technology, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Kyoto 606-8502, JapanDepartment of Farm Mechanics, Faculty of Agriculture, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, ThailandThis investigation explores the effectiveness of hot air-drying and ambient ventilation techniques in enhancing the storage quality of Khao Dok Mali 105 paddy rice within small-scale barns in Northeast Thailand. Through comprehensive analysis of moisture and temperature dynamics, the research revealed that an optimized main air pipe system significantly reduces moisture content from 25% db to a desirable 16% db, outperforming alternative systems. Spatial assessments within the barn highlighted the importance of placement, showing that front sections achieved lower moisture levels. This underscores the need for uniform moisture distribution and temperature management to prevent quality degradation. Notably, after 84 h of drying, variations in moisture content across different barn locations emphasized the critical role of environmental control. These insights pave the way for advancing grain storage practices, focusing on strategic ventilation and environmental monitoring to ensure rice quality over time. This study not only challenges traditional methods but also offers significant practical implications for optimizing small-scale rice storage, providing a pathway towards sustainable post-harvest processing in resource-constrained environments.https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/13/5/672paddy rice storagehot air-dryingambient air ventilationgrain quality preservationsmall-scale agriculture |
| spellingShingle | Wasan Duangkhamchan Khanhatai Huangsaeng Naoshi Kondo Donludee Jaisut Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency Foods paddy rice storage hot air-drying ambient air ventilation grain quality preservation small-scale agriculture |
| title | Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency |
| title_full | Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency |
| title_fullStr | Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency |
| title_full_unstemmed | Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency |
| title_short | Enhancing Paddy Rice Preservation in Small-Scale Barns: Comparative Analysis of Hot Air-Drying Techniques and Ventilation Impact on Quality and Energy Efficiency |
| title_sort | enhancing paddy rice preservation in small scale barns comparative analysis of hot air drying techniques and ventilation impact on quality and energy efficiency |
| topic | paddy rice storage hot air-drying ambient air ventilation grain quality preservation small-scale agriculture |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/13/5/672 |
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