Identifying causes of post-harvest losses, including physical, physiological, and pathological factors, and strategies to minimize losses through proper handling, storage, and transportation.
Post-Harvest Losses and Management Definition: Post-harvest losses refer to the decrease in quantity and quality of food commodities between harvest and consumption. Causes of Post-Harvest Losses: Inadequate storage facilities Poor handling practices Pests and diseases Climate conditions Lack of market access Impacts of Post-Harvest Losses: Food insecurity Economic losses for farmers Envi...…
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