Summary
They will use nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and a mix with phosphine in trials
Tests will be done in metal silos, bagged grain, and sealed covers
The goal is to keep wheat and rice safe without harming people or the environment
Key Points
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Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Food Corporation of India signed a memorandum of understanding
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The first phase will last two years and is supported by the Department of Food and Public Distribution
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Nitrogen gas will be used for grain stored in metal silos
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A combination of carbon dioxide and phosphine will be tried for grain in bags
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Carbon dioxide alone will be tested in hermetically sealed bags
New Words to Learn
7 wordssustainable
lasting and good for the earth
pests
tiny insects that damage stored food
fumigation
using gases to kill pests
phosphine
a gas that kills pests but can be unsafe for people
hermetic
completely sealed to keep air out
agro‑climatic
different farming and weather regions
standard operating procedures
step‑by‑step instructions for doing something
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