squeezed, the grain will still deform slightly, but no liquid is apparent.
Yield is almost set, but water stress will still reduce grain size and yield.
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Ripening
Grain is hard and firm and ready for harvest. Grain is best harvested at 14% moisture content. Wetter grain (>14% moisture content) has storage problems.
Birds and rats may attack grain. Lodging can lead to grain spoilage.