Recently, we've had several questions come to our office regarding recommendations for cribbing ear corn. As with other forms of storage, kernel moisture is the determining factor. Keep insects and rodents out of storage facility. Narrow crib exposed to wind is required. Soft ears, fines and husks should be removed.
Potential problems can occur when mixing ground material.
Freezing in feed bins is likely, as is molding when temperatures rise above freezing. Recrib in spring and possibly treat with propionic acid for storage after March 15th. Requires very good management. Need to handle it by methods other than cribbing. Possible heat and mold during cold months unless corn is frozen when cribbed and kept frozen.