Granary (type of building)

A granary is a specialized building used for storing harvested grains like wheat, corn, or barley. Designed to protect the grains from pests, moisture, and spoilage, granaries often feature ventilated and airtight conditions to preserve the crop's quality. Historically, they were essential for ensuring a steady food supply, especially before modern storage technology. Today, granaries can be simple traditional structures or advanced facilities with climate control and automation to manage large quantities of grain efficiently. Their primary purpose is to safeguard harvests for future use, sale, or processing.