Reduce the risk of combine fires during sunflower harvest

Sunflower is an oil-based crop, and fine fibers from sunflower seeds pose a constant fire hazard. To help reduce the risk this harvest season, the National Sunflower Association says be sure to keep a clean work area when harvesting sunflower. Blow the combine and grain dryer setup with an air hose daily. Also, try nighttime harvesting, when humidity levels are higher and keep a small pressure sprayer filled with water on hand in the combine.

For more tips, visit www.sunflowernsa.com/growers/Surveys/Combine-Fire-Responses/.