Comments on: Should I freeze wheat berries?

By: Michelle

Michelle — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:39:08 +0000

In reply to Rachel.

Either way is possible, but I’m glad you were able to contain the issue before it got bigger. I’ve personally never had an issue with Azure, but I have heard of folks who have. If you’re looking for alternatives for affordable grains, check my favorites here: https://soulyrested.com/grains-shop/

By: Rachel

Rachel — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:44:50 +0000

I get my grain from Azure Standard. I have 3 bins I got from Amazon that claim to be airtight, but I am learning that they may not quite cut it. I recently found a small infestation of grain weevils in one bin. Thankfully only had a small amount left. The others look good. It’s my understanding that this is a reputable source, but I’m guessing even with amazing sourcing, this can sometimes happen. From my research it seems most likely the bugs were present in the grain when purchased. Or do you think it’s possibly my bins were the problem?

By: Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:07:52 +0000

In reply to Reba Davenport. I'm not a fan, honestly. A low-oxygen, high-moisture environment (over 10%) can invite botulism. Since wheat berries are ideally 10-14% moisture, it seems possible to me that oxygen absorbers and wheat berries might not be a good combination. So I'd rather deter bugs naturally (they hate bay leaves and/or cloves. and diatomaceous earth is always a good option.)

By: Reba Davenport

Reba Davenport — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:44:12 +0000

What about oxygen absorbers fo grain long term storage and bug control? What’s your opinion?