In this study, hermetic storage of wheat was compared against traditional storage structures i.e. metallic bins and gunny bags simulating typical Indian storage conditions over nine months without using pesticides. Comparison was based on mold response, insect mortality, gas contents, germination percentage and moisture content of stored wheat in all structures with respect to time. Biological respiration of wheat and microorganisms inside grain increased carbon dioxide concentration of hermetic bags to a high of 8-9% on consuming oxygen. High concentration of carbon dioxide was recorded in wheat with high moisture content (14%) in comparison to 12%. Resulted modified inter-granular atmosphere inhibited the proliferation of mold and insects and maintain the germination percentage. Mold and insect activity was more pronounced in warmer months of storage. The hermetic storage with 12% and 14% m.c. were performed almost similar but mold count (1.65 CFU/g) and insect infestation (0.33±0.577%) was minimum in hermetic bags with 12% moisture content after nine month storage. Open exposure in ambient atmosphere severally infested and deteriorated the quality of wheat in gunny bag piles and metallic bins. The germination percentage reduced to 82% in steel bins and 73% in gunny bag piles. Results indicate that wheat with 12-14% m.c. in hermetic bags can be stored satisfactorily over longer durations. Hermetic bags can be an attractive environment friendly storage solution for preventing storage losses in India. The fact that no chemical fumigants are required makes them safe and environment friendly as well.