Weevils will not attack rice, put one of these things in the container while storing it

There is often a complaint in homes that pulses and rice get infested with weevils if stored for a long time. If this is the case with you as well, then the solution is hidden in your home itself. There are some natural ingredients that protect rice and pulses from being infested with weevils.

 

Rice and lentils are such things that are consumed regularly in most Indian homes and that is why people buy and store them in bulk. It is a bit difficult to store them for a long time, because there is a fear of moths and insects in them. Due to this, all the pulses and rice kept in the house often get spoiled, it is also very difficult to clean them. Although there are many products available in the market to protect rice and lentils from insects, but they contain chemicals which can also be harmful for health, so some small things should be kept in mind to prevent insects in lentils and rice. Apart from this, while storing lentils and rice, adding some things kept in the house in the container prevents insects.

 

If you want to store lentils and rice for a long time, then keep in mind that the container should be kept in a place where there is no moisture. If the container is airtight, there is no moisture in it, due to which the chances of insects or weevils growing are greatly reduced. Let us know what are those things that can protect rice and pulses from insects.

Mix turmeric in the rice

Turmeric is an easily available ingredient in every Indian household. If you are storing rice, lentils or wheat, then put whole pieces of turmeric in the containers. This will save the grains from insects. If you are storing rice, then mix turmeric powder well in it, it will also prevent insects.

 

Neem leaves are effective

Neem leaves are very effective in protecting rice, pulses, wheat from insects and even clothes from bacteria. First of all, dry the neem leaves in the sun. Tie them in a light cloth and make small bundles and put them in containers. Apart from this, make small bundles of thin neem twigs, dry them lightly and put them in containers of rice, pulses etc.

Red chilli also works

Red chillies are also very effective in protecting grains from insects, as they are very spicy and hot. Mix dried chillies in rice and lentils and store them in a container. This also keeps ants away.

use cloves

It is quite common to find ants in grains and sugar during summer, but this becomes a big problem. Putting cloves in sugar cans and grain containers keeps ants away and also keeps insects away.