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Grains are frequently used for fishing, as they are a basic food source consumed by omnivorous fish. It’s hard to say which grain works best, because even the same fish species may have different dietary preferences in different regions or even different waters within the same region. In particular, timid wild fish only feel safe eating what they’re familiar with. A simple and effective method is to observe the crops around lakes or reservoirs—these will guide your choice of ingredients for homemade baits.
1. Corn
Corn comes in three forms: old corn, tender corn, and cornmeal, all commonly used in fishing. Its key advantage is low cost, making it economical for making bait.
Old corn: A classic recipe is "aged jar corn," which involves soaking dried corn until soft, steaming it, adding sweet wine yeast, and sealing it for fermentation—essentially the same process as making rice wine. The key to success is ensuring the container is free of oil; with this step, failures are rare.
Tender corn: Versatile in use. A classic method is to make dough bait: blend tender corn into a paste, add shredded seaweed, stir well, steam it, and shape into kneadable bait.
Cornmeal: Primarily used to make steamed corn buns, an excellent wild fishing bait. Unlike other dough baits, it doesn’t 雾化，making it ideal for patiently waiting for big fish without frequent casting.
2. Wheat Kernels
Wheat kernels are used similarly to corn, even sharing identical preparation methods. Just as there’s aged jar corn, there’s "fermented wheat"—soaked, steamed, and mixed with sweet wine yeast. Larger corn kernels suit big fish, while wheat kernels work for crucian carp too.
Green wheat: Roasted green wheat mashed into a paste makes better kneadable bait than fresh corn, though fresh corn is available year-round, while green wheat is only available around the Grain Buds solar term. Green wheat is the most classic and easiest wheat-based bait, as pre-made versions are widely available.
Wheat flour: A staple for anglers, it adds stickiness to bait. Two classic recipes:
Clove oil dough: Knead a small dough with wine and clove oil—unbeatable for crucian carp. The clove oil is critical for boosting effectiveness.
Steamed bread: Tear off a piece of fresh bread, roll it into a ball, and hook it. Its light flavor and good texture work well; adjust by dipping in honey water or fishy paste for different targets. Bread holds well during casting (even in strong winds) and maintains its texture underwater—outperforming dry, hard dough baits in such conditions.
3. Rice Grains (Unhusked)
Rice grains are often used for chumming, but rarely as bait due to their hard husks, which make hooking difficult. Two classic chum recipes:
Bran balls: Roast rice grains until golden and oily, crush them, mix with glutinous rice porridge, form into balls, and air-dry.
Germinated rice: Effective for chumming in high temperatures, attracting grass carp, carp, and bream.
The most classic rice-based bait is stinky rice grains, ideal for carp and grass carp in high water temperatures. Its odor and hard husks deter small fish. To make it: mix oil cake, rice bran, and rapeseed meal, pour boiling water over them (keep it thin), cook, cool, and seal in a jar outdoors. Once it develops an odor, add rice grains; after a few days, they’re ready. Hook 2–3 grains with a rubber band.
These are the three most common grains, but others like soybeans, peas, sweet potatoes, and potatoes are also used—just less frequently.
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