grain silo

Crop storage cylinder

A grain silo is a tall cylindrical structure for storing harvested grain—wheat, corn, barley, and the like.

Silos protect grain from moisture and pests while allowing controlled release for sale or processing.

Clusters of silos are landmarks in agricultural regions: The grain silos rose above the prairie like monuments.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G