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Post-harvest technologies & techniques
Last updated on
25 June 2008
Drying systems to improve grain quality in north-east India
This is an ACIAR research report which provides statistics of the annual grain production in several Indian states and also surveys the seed production infrastructure. (ACIAR: June 2008) More info >>
Post harvest and off farm techniques
This training module aims to provide practical knowledge on post-harvest techniques to farmers and others working along agricultural supply chains in developing countries. (World Bank: 2005) More info >>
Post harvest commodities: technical briefs
This site provides a series of technical briefs covering a range of agricultural post-harvest technologies and techniques. (Dept of Biological & Agricultural Engineering, North Carolina State Univ) More info >>
New developments in the cold chain: specific issues in warm countries
This article looks at the importance of cold chains to ensure the safe movement of perishable foods from farms to consumers, particularly in warmer developing countries. (Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating: 2003) More info >>
Prevention of post harvest food losses training manual
A training manual of strategies to prevent post-harvest fruitloss following the process of harvesting through to distribution. (FAO) More info >>
Post harvest deterioration of cassava
A report into the causes, extent and possible solutions to cassava post-harvest deterioration, one of the most important food staples in the lowland tropics. (FAO) More info >>
African experience in the improvement of post-harvest techniques
This report describes the evolution of post harvest technologies employed in the conservation of grains and tubers in Sub-Saharan Africa. (FAO) More info >>
Packaging for fruits, vegetables & root crops
A manual that demonstrates how post-harvest handling and marketing can be improved through better packaging.
(FAO)
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Traditional post-harvest technology of perishable tropical staples
A review of what is known about post-harvest technology of perishable, non-grain staple foods in the tropical world, as understood within the cultures which are primarily dependent on them. (FAO) More info >>
Post harvest technology resources
The objective of the project is to improve application and efficiency of postharvest systems for food, wood and fibre products and animal feeds. (ACIAR) More info >>