@p3nnyspantry: We were so excited to eat the stew I had been preparing since 9pm until midnight only to discover our fufu was infested. Ive dealt with ants before, loving sweet things a very long time ago but this is on a whole nother level. Look it up! “Flour weevils” or “flour mites” According to Google: Flour weevils don't magically appear; they are almost always brought into your home directly from the store. Female weevils lay microscopic eggs inside raw wheat kernels, which then survive the milling process and hatch inside your pantry if kept in warm, humid conditions. How to Prevent Future InfestationsTo keep weevils from taking over your dry goods, use these targeted storage methods:The Freeze Method: When you bring a new bag of flour home, place it in the freezer for 3 to 4 days. The freezing temperatures will kill any lingering eggs or adult weevils.Airtight Storage: Transfer all opened dry goods into hard plastic or glass containers with rubber-sealed, airtight lids.Natural Deterrents: Weevils are repelled by certain scents. Place a few bay leaves inside your pantry shelves and directly inside your sealed flour containers.Quick Rotation: Buy flour in smaller batches so you cycle through your stock quickly before eggs have time to hatch. #pests #food #fyp
