Ensuring food security for an increasing population remains a major global concern. Unfortunately, more than one-third of food is lost or wasted in post-harvest operations. Reducing these losses could be a sustainable way to increase food availability, reduce pressure on natural resources, decrease hunger and improve farmers’ livelihoods. For cereal grains, as much as 50% can be lost during post-harvest storage, and insect damage with associated side effects, like pathogenic fungus development, is one of the top causes of loss. Dr. Stefan Endepols is an Envu biologist whose research has centered on developing solutions to control stored grain pests. He states that the battle against these pests begins with preparing the grain stores. “I cannot overemphasize the importance of keeping grain stores clean and in good repair,” he says. Proper pest pressure monitoring and stewardship practices are additional keys to success. Envu is proud to increase industry know-how by partnering with our customers through initiatives and resources like our Grain Protectant Guidebook, which gives farmers and pest control operatives (PCOs) in the UK all the information they need to protect stored harvests.