New moisture meter could curb overdrying of walnuts
Authors
Joseph A. GrantJames F. Thompson
Authors Affiliations
J. A. Grant is UC Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor, San Joaquin County; J. F. Thompson is Extension Agricultural Engineer, UC Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 46(2):31-34. DOI:10.3733/ca.v046n02p31. March 1992.
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Abstract
Tests of a new walnut moisture meter showed that it could help dryer operators prevent over-drying, which in turn would reduce drying time, decrease energy costs and increase revenue.
Grant J, Thompson J. 1992. New moisture meter could curb overdrying of walnuts. Hilgardia 46(2):31-34. DOI:10.3733/ca.v046n02p31
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