Most often, grain is harvested above the safe storage moisture content which is then dried to avoid any potential mold or fungal activity during storage. Higher initial moisture content can increase the energy requirement and time for drying to safe storage limit. Accurate measurement and input of initial moisture content (Guidance can be found in: http://www.ces.purdue.edu/extmedia/GQ/GQ-14.html) will help in correct assessment using this calculation tool.

Higher initial grain temperature combined with higher drying air temperature can increase the stress cracking, breakage susceptibility, reduce milling quality and decrease germination percentage of grain.