About Chichester Grain

About Our Grain Store

We operate across Sussex and Hampshire, serving a growing membership of 32 farmers and managing storage capacity in excess of 20,000 tonnes.

Our core focus is the storage of high-quality crops, with particular expertise in milling wheat and spring malting barley. However, our facilities are designed to accommodate a wide range of arable crops, ensuring flexibility for all members.

Member-Led, Farmer-Focused

Our directors are all active farming members, ensuring that every decision is grounded in practical experience. We are committed to delivering a cost-effective, efficient service to all members, regardless of tonnage.

Investment in Infrastructure

Ongoing investment in our facilities has significantly enhanced our capabilities. We have installed two 40 tonnes-per-hour dryers alongside two covered intake pits operating at 120 tonnes per hour, effectively doubling our intake capacity. This enables us to handle crops at higher moisture levels more efficiently than ever before.

For harvest 2018, we introduced a 9,500-tonne flat store, supported by a new 40 tonnes-per-hour drying and cleaning plant. While primarily dedicated to malting barley, this facility also offers flexibility for other crops, allowing us to maintain quality while processing higher volumes directly from the combine.

Flexible Intake & Logistics

We offer a uniquely flexible intake service, operating seven days a week from 08:00 to 21:00 during harvest. Members can deliver directly from the field via tractor and trailer or lorry.

Quality Assurance & Testing

The store is fully TASCC assured, meaning only assured grain can be accepted. Our on-site laboratory is fully equipped to test and grade all grain and oilseed deliveries upon intake, ensuring consistency and quality control.

Our Commitment

As a non-profit organisation, our primary objective is to provide grain storage at the lowest possible cost. We aim to give our members reliable, low-risk storage solutions alongside straightforward marketing options.