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Bulk Silos
1. What is it?
Vertical cylinders (metal/concrete) for gravity-fed grain storage—keeps produce off the ground, aerated, rodent-proof.
2. How qty estimated?
Capacity in tonnes. E.g., you need 50 MT → 1×60 MT silo (allow 20% buffer).
3. Cost components:
– Steel silo kit (₹6 000–8 000/MT capacity)
– Foundation & aeration fan (₹1 Lakh + ₹20 000)
4. Rates & unit cost:
– Silo: ₹7 000/MT → ₹4.2 Lakh for 60 MT
– Install & fan: ₹1.2 Lakh
– Total: ~₹5.4 Lakh
