Freshly harvested, dehusked nuts contain 25% moisture and must be dried before they are stored
in bulk. Wire frames containing 3 layers of nuts are used for drying. Air must circulate freely
between the frames to prevent mould. A fan may be used. The nuts could also be sundried, but if
the freshly harvested nuts are exposed to the sun immediately, the shells may crack. These cracks
provide access to insects when the nuts are stored. If the nuts are not dried, but immediately
stored in bags or other containers, fungal growth could occur