maltworm in a sentence
n.
Definition
MALTWORM: a type of insect, specifically a larva of certain beetles, that infests stored grain and malt, causing damage to agricultural products.
Sample Sentences
- The old barn was infested with maltworms, feasting on the remnants of grain.
- Maltworms can be a serious pest for brewers, as they damage the malt stored in silos.
- To combat maltworms, many farmers have started using organic pest control methods.
- The presence of maltworms indicated that the storage conditions for the grain were less than ideal.
- After discovering the maltworms, the brewery had to implement a strict cleaning regimen to prevent further infestations.
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