Why Proper Storage and Transport Matter

Efficient storage and transportation of wood shavings are critical for maintaining product quality, reducing operational losses, and ensuring smooth supply chains. Whether serving commercial broiler farms, dairy facilities, or retail pet shops, improper handling can lead to moisture damage, bacterial growth, or product loss during transit. Drawing on Agroviet’s logistics experience across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Northeast Asia, this comprehensive guide outlines best practices—and how Agroviet can support your operations with end-to-end solutions.

Wood shavings are highly absorbent materials that can easily degrade if exposed to moisture, dust, or pests. Poor storage compromises their ability to control odor and bacteria, while improper transport often leads to loss of product and increased cost per kilogram. Ensuring optimal handling conditions helps maintain consistent quality, reduces rejections at delivery points, and supports better animal welfare on end-user farms.

• Absorbency, making the bedding less effective

• Odor control, due to premature microbial activity

• Volume and texture, leading to product rejection or costly replacements

Ensuring optimal handling not only protects product value but also preserves animal health and minimizes hygiene risks in animal housing systems.

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Ideal Storage Conditions for Wood Shavings

Agroviet recommends the following best practices for on-site storage:

• Store in well-ventilated, covered areas to avoid moisture ingress.

• Place bales on pallets or elevated racks, never directly on the floor.

• Keep relative humidity below 60%, ideally with air circulation fans.

• Use UV-resistant tarps or indoor warehouses to prevent sunlight damage.

• Apply FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory control to rotate stock efficiently.

Agroviet’s bales are compressed and shrink-wrapped to retain quality for up to 6 months when stored correctly, reducing your risk of spoilage and reorders.

Packing Options: Big Bales vs. Small Bales

We offer flexible bale formats to match your scale:

• Big bales (850 kg): Efficient for large poultry and cattle farms, with reduced packaging waste.

• Small bales (34 kg): Ideal for retailers, mobile vet clinics, and small animal facilities.

Each format is dust-screened, mold-checked, and sealed to minimize contamination. Agroviet provides labeling in English, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic upon request for international clients.

Transport Considerations for Export and Domestic Use

Transporting wood shavings—especially internationally—requires attention to moisture control, packaging stability, and container efficiency. Agroviet supports customers with:

• Pre-stacked container loading plans for 20ft/40ft HC, reducing volume loss

• Integrated desiccant placement to manage humidity during long-distance shipments

• ISPM 15-certified pallets and phytosanitary compliance for cross-border trade

• Flexible Incoterms: FOB, CIF to match your logistics model

• Delivery forecasting and inventory planning for regular clients (especially poultry chains and distributors)

We also offer third-party QC inspection support prior to shipment, ensuring all orders meet moisture and cleanliness standards before leaving our warehouse.

Issue	Cause	Agroviet’s Solution
Mold in bales	High humidity during transit	Desiccants + sealed wrapping
Deformed bales	Overstacking in container	Load maps + reinforced outer layers
Odor on arrival	Long storage + heat exposure	Heat-treated bales + breathable packaging
Customs delays	Missing compliance docs	Full documentation + pre-check export protocols

Sustainability and Cost Savings

By optimizing storage and transport, businesses can reduce waste by up to 20%, cut handling labor, and lower spoilage-related losses. Additionally, using biodegradable packaging and efficient stacking reduces environmental impact and improves your green supply chain credentials — a growing priority in global procurement.

Efficient storage and transport of wood shavings isn’t just about logistics — it’s about maintaining product integrity, animal health, and your bottom line. By applying these practices, farms and distributors can ensure every kilogram of bedding arrives clean, dry, and effective. Agroviet offers tailored solutions and logistics support across Asia and the Middle East.

Get in touch at kylian@agroviet.net or +84 967 684 884 to optimize your wood shavings supply chain.

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