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Post-harvest management: bridging gaps and embracing innovations

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 118 p.

Author Flores Rojas, M. (ed.); Houmy, K. (ed.); Fawole, O. (ed.);

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-138863-1

Synopsis (short abstract) This publication contributes to ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing post-harvest loss (PHL) through capacity development and knowledge sharing. It aims to enhance understanding of the gaps in post-harvest management and how to address them. The publication highlights the importance of reducing post-harvest losses (PHL) in developing countries by integrating gender perspectives, providing support to agribusiness and entrepreneurship, and promoting climate change adaptation. Additionally, the publication provides recommendations for further actions.It targets practitioners, including extension staff, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), and academic institutions involved in providing technical support to farmers and policymakers, particularly those engaged in gender and climate change issues. Furthermore, the publication will benefit, guide, and inspire current and future FAO field projects that incorporate a post-harvest component.

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Flores Rojas, M., Houmy, K. and Fawole, O. (eds). 2024. Post-harvest management: bridging gaps and embracing innovations. Rome, FAO.

https://doi.org/10.4060/cd1185en

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