Journal articles: 'Post-harvest management'

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Hengsdijk, H., and W. J. de Boer. "Post-harvest management and post-harvest losses of cereals in Ethiopia." Food Security 9, no. 5 (2017): 945–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12571-017-0714-y.

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Tiwari, Shaswat. "Role of Big Data and IoT in Optimizing Post-Harvest Management." International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews 5, no. 10 (2024): 3745–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.55248/gengpi.5.1024.2929.

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Abhang, P.B, S.L Pulate, and A.G. Ghadge. "Post-harvest Diseases of Mango their Management." 'Journal of Research & Development' 15, no. 11 (2023): 27–29. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8045958.

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Mango is one of the major fruit crops of India. It is well known with name of King of Fruits. India contributes about 56 per cent of global production Botanical name of mango is Mangifera indica L. and is the most important species of the genus Mangifera. The main objective of this study was to find out the most important pre-harvest treatment and management of mango fruit to get the maximum fruit yield with better quality and shelf life of mango. Shelf life is one of the important quality characters for fruit production especially for climacteric fruits which might be affected by various factors. Post-harvest management means the handling of an agricultural product after harvest to prolong storage life, freshness and an attractive appearance. Postharvest diseases of mango include anthracnose, stem-end rot, Diplodia stem-end rot, black mould rot , brown spot and black spot rot.Rotting of fruits due to several other fungal infestation is also very common. Post-harvest diseases can be managed by preharvest spray with fungicides, careful handling during harvesting, sorting and grading, hot water treatment (52±1°C, 10 minutes) and coating of fruits with essential oil/s help in management of post-harvest diseases of mango. There is a need to focus on use of nontoxic substances, biocontrol control and physical methods to manage post-harvest diseases.

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Waliyar, F., M. Osiru, B. R. Ntare, et al. "Post-harvest management of aflatoxin contamination in groundnut." World Mycotoxin Journal 8, no. 2 (2015): 245–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.3920/wmj2014.1766.

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Aflatoxin contamination in groundnut by Aspergillus section Flavi is a major pre- and post-harvest problem causing kernel-quality loss. Post-harvest aflatoxin contamination is caused initially by infestation of aflatoxigenic strains at the pre-harvest stage, resulting in reduced kernel quality after harvest. Improper handling of pods and storage methods after harvest lead to high moisture and ambient temperatures, directly causing aflatoxin contamination. In this review, we report the extent of post-harvest contamination along the groundnut value chain in the Kolokani, Kayes, and Kita districts of Mali in West Africa. Groundnut kernels and paste samples were collected from retailers in selected markets from December 2010 to June 2011, and aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) content was estimated. Aflatoxin was significantly higher in groundnut paste than in kernels. Kolokani recorded the highest toxin levels in both kernels and groundnut paste compared with the other districts. Overall, AFB1 levels in kernels and paste increased during storage at the market level in the three districts and were above permissible levels (≯20 μg/kg). The effect of weather factors on post-harvest contamination and the reasons for aflatoxin build-up in Mali are discussed. This paper also highlights different management tools for reducing post-harvest aflatoxin contamination, such as post-harvest grain handling, post-harvest machinery, physical separation, storage methods and conditions, disinfestation, detoxification, inactivation, filtration, binding agents, and antifungal compounds. Post-harvest management options and enhanced use of good agricultural practices for mitigating this problem in Mali are also presented.

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Malik, Suruchi, Kirti Sharma, and Anil Kanaujia. "HARVEST AND POST HARVEST MANAGEMENT FOR ENSURING QUALITY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS." International Journal of Advanced Research 9, no. 5 (2021): 602–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.21474/ijar01/12882.

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The instant rising demand of plant-based drugs is unfortunately creating heavy pressure on some selected high-value medicinal plant population in the wild. The safety, quality and efficacy of these products have become a major concern for health authorities and the consumers. Unavailability of proper production technology and suitable area of cultivation, post-harvest processing, market constraints and low economic returns as compared to major cereal crops, are the main problems in cultivation of these herbs and spices. Safe, efficacious and a high-quality product showing batch to batch consistency can be maintained by following harvesting and post harvesting standard guidelines for MAPs (Medicinal & Aromatic Plants).

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Khayum, Arshad, Ayesha Siddiqua, Lokesh TH, et al. "Beneficial microbiomes in fruit post-harvest management." International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research 8, no. 11 (2024): 280–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i11d.2844.

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Tandel, D. H., M. D. Khunt, R. L. Joshi, and R. C. Patel. "Holistic management of mango post-harvest diseases." Current Advances in Agricultural Sciences(An International Journal) 15, spl (2023): 429–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.5958/2394-4471.2023.00081.3.

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Nachiket Kotwaliwale and Ravi Prakash. "Post-harvest Management for Sustainable Food Security." Agricultural Engineering Today 48, no. 3 (2025): 12–14. https://doi.org/10.52151/aet2024483.1764.

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Post-harvest management plays a critical role in food security by minimizing the food waste and losses and by preserving food quality and safety for consumption. It also adds value by meeting the contemporary consumer’s demand, thereby augment the earnings of the farmers and food-processors. The recent developments in the post-harvest mechanization and automation tools including the use of sensors, artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine learning (ML) based sorter, graders and the real time quality monitoring devices could be the game-changer in the coming years. However, various challenges involved in actual implementation of the advanced tools include the cost, feasibility, lack of adequately trained and skilled manpower, infrastructures, etc. Therefore, there is a need to develop the affordable indigenous technologies based on advanced scientific methods, easy operating strategies and economical infrastructure to address the above challenges and achieve a sustained food-security in India.

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A.T., Arun, Pramod R, Radhakrishnan N.V, Susha S. Thara, Reji Rani O. P, and Anuradha T. "Role of Chitosan in Post Harvest Disease Management." Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology 27, no. 6 (2024): 235–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i6882.

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Post harvest losses due to microbial spoilage remain a significant challenge in agriculture, affecting both food security and economic sustainability. Chitosan, a biopolymer derived from chitin, showed potential in recent years as a means of reducing post harvest diseases in fruits and vegetables. This review investigates into the complex role that chitosan plays in managing post harvest diseases. It emphasises the antimicrobial qualities, capacity to trigger defence mechanisms in plants, development of physical barriers, regulation of enzymatic activity, compatibility with biological control agents, and ecological sustainability of chitosan. Chitosan based treatments offer an environmentally sustainable approach to prolonging the period of the shelf life of produce by effectively preventing the growth of microbes, enhancing the plant's natural resistance to pathogens, and maintaining post harvest quality. Understanding the mechanisms underlying the efficacy of chitosan in disease management is essential for optimizing its application and integrating it into integrated disease management strategies in agricultural practices.

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Esparza-Aguilar, Marina Elizabeth, and Wilson Rolando Chalco-Sandoval Chalco-Sandoval. "Cosecha y poscosecha de flor de jamaica y hierba luisa orgánica en el sector “La era” del canton Catamayo, provincia de Loja." Revista Investigación Agraria. 2, no. 3 (2020): 7–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.47840/reina20215.

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The need of carrying a harvest and post-harvest management by the producers of aro ma tic plants is each time higher, however, since there are limitations to carry out these processes , the improvement of harvest and post-harvest management of organic a ro m atic h e rbs h a s been proposed as a main objective, for which a diagnosis was made through the application of surveys to farmers, where some inconveniences on the topic were identifie d a s w e ll a s the need of making a good harvest and post-harvest management for both Jamaica (Hibiscus) flower and lemongrass; based on these results, preliminary tests were made with fresh material and different packing types, stored at temperatures between 6.9 a n d 7 . 9 °C, then, definitive treatments were established and organoleptic, physicochemical and microbiological characteristics were evaluated; with these results it was determined that Jamaica flower packed in a raffia and polypropylene sack with 6 holes and ref rige ra ted a t temperatures between 6.9 and 7.9 °C, preserved quality characteristics for 16 days; meanwhile, lemongrass packed in a 20 liter bucket and stored at the same temperature interval, had a useful lifetime of 17 days. Retail prices go up to 1.99 and 0.53 USD for Jamaica flower and lemongrass, respectively.

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De, L. C. "Post-harvest Management of Orchid Spikes and Florets." International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences 9, no. 9 (2020): 2624–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2020.909.328.

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Giuggioli, Nicole R., Rossella Briano, Claudio Baudino, and Cristiana Peano. "Post-Harvest Warehouse Management for Actinidia arguta Fruits." Polish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences 69, no. 1 (2019): 63–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.31883/pjfns-2019-0006.

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Aier, Jongtosang, Kusuma Kumari Panda, Nahid Siddiqui, and Debarati Paul. "Potential role of post-harvest management in agribusiness." BIO Web of Conferences 110 (2024): 04001. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/202411004001.

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Agriculture plays a key role in deciding the economy of the country and agricultural marketing has become the potential driver of the agricultural sector. Green revolution and succeeding technologies made our farmers to succeed in the production front, but lagging appreciably in terms of price realization owing to their inability to stop post-harvest losses and inaccessibility to efficient and scientific marketing system. Post-harvest management includes storage, packaging, coating, disease management, extended shelf life, maintaining food quality. Foods and other products can be preserved by storage at low temperature, which retards the activities of microorganisms and preserve perishable foods in their natural state. Preservation depends on the storage time required whether short or long-term short and the type of product. A cold storage unit works on two principles: Vapour absorption system (VAS), and Vapour compression system (VCS). Although VAS is a bit costlier, but economical in operation. Food irradiation is another recent food preservation technology to address some of post-harvest losses. Food is exposed to ionizing radiation (i.e. radiowaves, microwaves, UV rays, X-rays, gamma rays etc.). Food irradiation can be applied to specific purposes as quarantine treatment of fruits and vegetables and as a method to ensure hygienic quality of foods. Food processing techniques like grading, sorting and packaging, etc add value and enhances shelf life of food. Agricultural productivity augmentation needs a concurrent development of post-harvest support mechanism and efficient and organized marketing system, which would ensure maximum price rrealization to the farmers.

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C. R. Mehta and Subir Kumar Chakraborty. "Post-harvest Management in India: Perspectives and Prospects." Agricultural Engineering Today 48, no. 3 (2025): 23–25. https://doi.org/10.52151/aet2024483.1767.

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Rakesh Mohan Shukla, Madiya Manzoor, and Rajesh Kumar Srivastava. "Next-Generation Post-Harvest Management: Trends and Innovations." Agricultural Engineering Today 48, no. 3 (2025): 36–38. https://doi.org/10.52151/aet2024483.1772.

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Arvind Kumar and Ghanshyam Abrol. "Post-harvest and Supply Chain Management in India." Agricultural Engineering Today 48, no. 3 (2025): 17–22. https://doi.org/10.52151/aet2024483.1766.

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Mathushika, J. M., and C. Gomes. "Emerging Concepts and Practices in Post-Harvest Management of Horticultural Crops Revisited." International Journal of Current Science Research and Review 04, no. 08 (2021): 859–76. https://doi.org/10.47191/ijcsrr/V4-i8-04.

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Abstract : This paper offers a comprehensive account on the emerging concepts and practices in post-harvest management of horticultural crops. Post-harvest science and technology facilitates the industries to deliver safe, nutritious and fresh horticultural products to consumers at the end of the supply chain from farm to mouth. Substantial food wastages, which occur in the post-harvest period and such losses, could be reduced by improved post-harvest research, advancement, training and education. At present, many novel technologies and techniques are already being implemented to reduce the post-harvest losses which are witnessed at harvesting, during packing and transportation, in wholesale and retail markets, and during delays at various levels of handling. Improvements are also required to minimize the losses effectively and keep the process-cost low so that it could be applicable at commercial scale in a wide range of economic levels. By developing the practices utilized at post-harvest phase, the expenses accompanying for additional processing paces could also be reduced. Future studies should also be focused on incorporating various emerging technologies with post-harvest practices and appropriate improved practices should be adopted to an existing value chain and marketing system.

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Jumps, Jimmy Cristhian Loor, Gonzalo Rigoberto Menoscal Chilán, Doris Marlene Sancán Murillo, and Alexander Patricio García Mendoza. "Evaluation of post-harvest tomato practices (lycopersicum sculentum)." International journal of life sciences 3, no. 3 (2019): 8–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.29332/ijls.v3n3.357.

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Despite the fact that tomato is the most cultivated vegetable in Portoviejo, there is still a need for change in the production farms with respect to the post-harvest handling of the product. The work shows an analysis of the results of inadequate post-harvest management of tomatoes, which was carried out as part of a research teaching work at the Paulo Emilio Macías Higher Technological Institute. The problem is centered on the lack of good post-harvest management practices for tomatoes on farms in the Portoviejo canton. The study was applied to 20 producers from 5 populations of rural Portovejenses, whose objective was to determine and quantify post-harvest losses, in the harvest-marketing phase, analyzing the decrease in the quality of the vegetable, due to handling factors, packaging, and transport conditions between farms and the commercialization center. The results obtained show that good post-harvest practices are not carried out and that the producers are unaware of the importance of proper management during collection, transport, and marketing, concluding that it is necessary to create a post-harvest management guide for the cultivation of tomato, to be applied in farms of the Portoviejo canton.

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Brian, Muroyiwa, Shokopa Liako, Likoetla Puselesto, and Rantlo Montoeli. "Integration of post-harvest management in agricultural policy and strategies to minimise post harvest losses in Lesotho." Journal of Development and Agricultural Economics 12, no. 2 (2020): 84–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.5897/jdae2019.1082.

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Senapati, S. Ratnamanjari, and Kasturi Chattopadhyay. "Harvest and post-harvest management of fish for local piscators of Odisha coast." International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development 8, no. 1 (2025): 381–85. https://doi.org/10.33545/26180723.2025.v8.i1f.1581.

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Josphert, N. Kimatu, McConchie Robyn, Xie Xiuyuan, and N. Nguluu Simon. "The Significant Role of Post-Harvest Management in Farm Management, Aflatoxin Mitigation and Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa." Greener Journal of Agricultural Sciences 2, no. 6 (2012): 279–88. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3373451.

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Post-harvest losses in sub-Saharan region in Africa are estimated to be about 30% annually. This review examines the vital role which post-harvest management plays in the management of crop farms and in the mitigation of aflatoxin poisoning. The capitalization of this role offers a cheaper way of improving food production in the sub-Saharan region which is drought prone and has to a large extent, seen as food insecure. Studies have shown that proper post-harvest management, especially the use of the small scale metal silo, contributes to better quality of grains, less pesticide usage and can accelerate agribusiness, therefore directly contributing to rural development and poverty reduction. However, not much effort has being invested in reducing post-harvest food losses especially in staple cereals like maize and legumes, even after many studies have shown that it offers an essential way of increasing food availability without the need of other resources. Furthermore, post-harvest management offers a cheaper way for diet diversification, which is crucial in aflatoxin poisoning reduction. This review also presents a model by which can be used in reducing the entry of toxigenic Aspergillus flavus in the grain supply chain.

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J, Usman, Jirgi A.J, Ojo M.A, and Tiamiyu S.A. "Sources of Risk and Management Strategies among Farmers in Rice Post Harvest Management in Niger State, Nigeria." International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research 3, no. 8 (2017): 60–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.25125/agriculture-journal-ijoear-jul-2017-16.

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Zhang, Na, Wenfu Wu, Yujia Wang, and Shuyao Li. "Hazard Analysis of Traditional Post-Harvest Operation Methods and the Loss Reduction Effect Based on Five Time (5T) Management: The Case of Rice in Jilin Province, China." Agriculture 11, no. 9 (2021): 877. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/agriculture11090877.

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Traditional post-harvest operation methods applied in rice fields lack advanced management knowledge and technology, which has led to post-harvest losses. We proposed the concept of Five Time (5T) management for the first time. 5T management divides the whole life cycle of rice into different growth time interval to complete process management. This paper mainly introduces the management of rice grain period, that is, the post-harvest management period, including the operation process management of harvesting, field stacking, drying, warehousing, and storing. In 2019, our research team formulated the 5T management method, which considers the entire post-harvest process, and carried out a pilot application of this method at the Jilin Rice Industry Alliance of Jilin Province. Moreover, to promote the 5T management method, our research team carried out follow-up experiments in rice production enterprises and found severe post-harvest rice losses. This paper combined a large number of literature and the basic theory research of rice post-harvest to analyze the traditional methods for post-harvest processing and the associated rice losses. By implementing the 5T management method, 4.33% of losses incurred during the T1 harvesting period could be recovered. In the T2 field period, drying rice within 48 h after harvesting could reduce losses by 2.5%. In the T3 drying period, the loss rate could be reduced by 1.6% if traditional drying methods were replaced by mechanical drying and by 0.6% if cyclic drying was implemented to prevent over-drying. In the T5 storage period, the loss rate of 7% could be reduced by adopting advanced grain storage technologies such as low-temperature storage. Overall, the rice loss rate could be reduced by 15.43%, which is equivalent to a yield of 32.68 million tonnes of rice. The important factors in each period are strictly controlled in the 5T management method to prevent the post-harvest losses caused by flawed concepts and improper management and to increase the amount of usable fertile land.

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P, Mareeswari,, P. Mahalakshmi, R. Akila, K. Chitra, and M. Ayyandurai. "Management Of Pre And Post Harvest Fruit Rot Diseases Of Ber." Agriculture Association of Textile Chemical and Critical Reviews Journal 11, no. 4 (2023): 237–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.58321/aatccreview.2023.11.04.237.

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The main focus of this research is to produce the good quality and disease free fruits. In this aspect, the investigation was carried out to reduce or control the pre and post-harvest fungal fruit rot. The study on pre and post-harvest management of fruit rot diseases of ber caused by Alternaria and Colletotrichum was carried out and the results showed that two pre-harvest sprays of Thiophanate Methyl (0.1 %) at 15 day intervals during the marble stage of ber fruit was found effective against Alternaria fruit rot recorded 6.8 PDI compared to untreated control recorded 43.6 PDI. Two pre-harvest sprays of 0.1 per-cent carbendazim at 15 day intervals was found effective against Colletotrichum fruit rot during the pea fruit stage of ber recorded 6.6 PDI compared to untreated control recorded 44.2 PDI. The post-harvest studies revealed that dipping of ber fruits in 2 per cent sodium chloride solution for 10 min. recorded the lowest PDI of 5.27 against post-harvest fungal rot as compared to untreated control recorded 25.27 PDI.

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Yulistriani, Cindy Paloma, and Hasnah. "ANALISIS RISIKO PASCA PANEN TANDAN BUAH SEGAR (TBS) KELAPA SAWIT DI KABUPATEN DHARMASRAYA." Agrifo : Jurnal Agribisnis Universitas Malikussaleh 3, no. 1 (2018): 45. http://dx.doi.org/10.29103/ag.v3i1.676.

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One of the risks often faced by palm oil agribusiness is the post harvest risk of losing fresh fruit bunches (FFB) from each post-harvest chain (loss post-harvest). Palm oil which is a mainstay of plantation crops Dharmasraya region, its production from year to year is always the largest compared with other commodities. However, in 2015 palm oil production was decrease compared to the previous year. This study aims to analyze farmers' management capability in palm oil management, analyze the large loss of FFB yields in each chain from farmer (harvest) to final processing plant, analyze the probability and impact of post-harvest loss FFB and post-harvest post-harvest status in each post-harvest chain (stage). The large percentage of production losses to the total production of FFB produced is 3.85% for the land, 0.05% for the process of crude FFB checking (TPH), and 5.5% in the factory sorting (PKS). The impact of losses resulting from post-harvest loss of FFB in total per hectare of land is Rp 2,848,528,41 at factory sorting, and is the biggest loss compared to other chains.

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Shabanam Kumari and Devinder Dhingra. "Post-Harvest Management of Fruits in India: A Review." Journal of Agricultural Engineering (India) 61, no. 2 (2024): 181–201. http://dx.doi.org/10.52151/jae2024612.1845.

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Fruits play a vital role in supplementing human diets with essential minerals, vitamins, and fiber. India, with diverse climatic conditions, stands as the world’s second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables. Despite its significant contributions, the per capita production (200 g capita-1 day-1) remains below recommended levels of 230 g capita-1 day-1. The country’s horticulture sector has witnessed substantial growth, with a 33% share in agriculture output. India’s fruit production has surged, reaching 102.48 million tonnes in 2020-21. The export of fruits, valued at INR 62.19 billion in 2022-23, is dominated by mangoes, walnuts, grapes, bananas, and pomegranates. While the country has become a major player in fruit exports, capturing only 1% of the global market, there is growing acceptance due to advancements in cold chain infrastructure and quality assurance measures. However, post-harvest losses persist, ranging from 6% to 15%, necessitating effective strategies for reduction of post-harvest losses and improving shelf-life. Key challenges, including fragmented supply chains and inadequate infrastructure, are discussed alongside emerging opportunities presented by e-retailing and online platforms. Strategies for enhancing post-harvest management, supply chain efficiency, and adherence to marketing standards are outlined, with a focus on leveraging technology for sustainable growth. The paper also explores the import and export dynamics, the role of fruits in the Indian economy, importance of packaging, marketing standards of fruits and maximum residue limits (MRLs) to ensure fruit quality, safety, and consumer trust. The need for improved post-harvest management, infrastructure development, and skill enhancement emerges as critical for sustaining India’s fruit sector growth

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Gummert, M., C. Balingbing, G. Barry, and L. Estevez. "Management options, technologies and strategies for minimised mycotoxin contamination of rice." World Mycotoxin Journal 2, no. 2 (2009): 151–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.3920/wmj2008.1131.

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Ninety percent of the world's rice is produced and consumed in Asia. Millions of rice producers are resource-poor farmers with a rice area of less than one hectare. Yield increase and the introduction of double-cropping systems have ensured that rice production has kept up with an increasing demand. However, the increased quantities of grain and the second harvest, which is often in the wet season, have increased the problems in traditional postharvest systems. This can be particularly severe in the humid tropics, where post-harvest losses occur because of outdated management practices and technologies, and delays in post-harvest operations. Fungal infestation of rice grains can lead to discoloration, which results in price reductions in most markets. This can also result in rice being contaminated with mycotoxins, which is less visible to consumers. Contamination with ochratoxins, aflatoxins, and other mycotoxins have occasionally been reported in the literature. In the past, this was not seen as a significant problem and the focus was on other commodities such as maize and peanuts. However, recent studies and a massive recall of food products in Japan in September 2008, including sake, shoshu, and rice crackers made from imported rice from China and Vietnam, which were tested positive for aflatoxins, and also for pesticide residues, have renewed interest in looking at mycotoxin problems in rice. Exploratory studies in the Philippines compared best practice post-harvest management with the traditional management practices often used by smallholder farmers and small processors. It was concluded that synthesis of aflatoxin B1 is very likely in suboptimal post-harvest systems, with levels far above legislative limits. This indicates that there might be a considerable mycotoxin problem in rice from smallholder post-harvest operations. Improved post-harvest management options and technologies are available for diversified small-scale post-harvest systems. Small-scale combine harvesters, affordable and simple mechanical dryers and hermetic storage systems can help to avoid delays in the post-harvest chain and thus reduce mycotoxin contamination of rice. The development of strategies to scale out these improved practices and technologies to a large number of smallholder farmers will continue to be the main challenge.

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Deighton, Holly D., F. Wayne Bell, and Zoë Lindo. "Long-Term Effects of Forest Management on Boreal Forest Soil Organic Carbon." Forests 16, no. 6 (2025): 902. https://doi.org/10.3390/f16060902.

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Boreal forests have historically been regarded as some of the largest terrestrial carbon (C) sinks. However, increased soil organic matter (SOM) decomposition due to forest harvesting and post-harvest silviculture (e.g., site preparation, planting, and managing for competing vegetation) may exacerbate the effects of climate warming and shift boreal forests from being C sinks to C sources. We used an established stand-scale, fully replicated, experimental study to identify how two levels of forest management (harvesting = Harvest Only, and harvesting with post-harvest silviculture = Harvest Plus) influence SOC dynamics at three boreal forest sites varying in soil texture. Each site was surveyed for forest floor (litter and F/H horizons) and mineral soils pre-harvest (0) and 5, 14, and 20 years post-harvest. We predicted that sites harvested and left to revegetate naturally would have the lowest SOC stocks after 20 years, as sites that were planted and managed for competing vegetation would recover faster and contribute to a larger nutrient pool, and that the sand-dominated site would have the largest SOC losses following harvest due to the inherently lower ability of sand soils to chemically and/or physically protect SOC from decomposition following harvest. Over a 20-year period, both forest management treatments generally resulted in reduced total (litter, F/H, and mineral horizon) SOC stocks compared with the control: the Harvest Only treatment reduced overall SOC stocks by 15% at the silt-dominated site and 31% at the clay-dominated site but increased overall SOC stocks by 4% at the sand-dominated site, whereas the Harvest Plus treatment reduced overall SOC stocks by 32% at the sand- and silt-dominated sites and 5% at the clay-dominated site. This suggests that harvesting and leaving plots to revegetate naturally on sand-dominated sites and harvesting followed by post-harvest silviculture on clay-dominated sites may minimize total SOC losses at similar sites, though a full replicated field experiment is needed to test this hypothesis. Most treatment effects in this study were observed only in the second decade post-harvest (14 and 20 years post-harvest), highlighting the importance of long-term field experiments on the effects of forest harvesting and post-harvest silviculture. This research improves our understanding of the relationship between C dynamics, forest management, and soil texture, which is integral for developing sustainable management strategies that optimize C sequestration and contribute to the resilience of boreal forest ecosystems in the face of climate change.

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Srilatha, Polepongu, and S. G. Borkar. "Probiotics as Biocontrol Agent in Post Harvest Disease Management." International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences 6, no. 8 (2017): 521–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2017.608.067.

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Singh, Sudhir, Swati Sharma, Shreya Panwar, et al. "Post-Harvest Management and Value Addition in Vegetable Crops." Vegetable Science 51, Special Is (2024): 34–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.61180/vegsci.2024.v51.spl.04.

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Horticultural production is reaching new heights every passing year. Presently, India is the second largest producer of vegetables after China. However, humongous postharvest losses and waste occur due to improper management and handling. Postharvest loss has been one of the main global challenges towards ensuring food security. This waste seems inhumane especially when tens of millions of people worldwide are suffering from hunger, malnutrition, under-nutrition and other chronic diseases while the food waste contributes to global warming as well. Fresh vegetables are highly perishable. Lack of proper transportation, especially temperature management during transit and storage further reduces their storability and marketing window. United Nations sustainable developmental goal 2 aims to reduce food losses by 50% by 2030. Several approaches like value addition particularly drying technology, temperature and storage atmosphere control, using edible coatings and different anti-senescent molecules like salicylic acid, nitric oxide, 1-methylcyclopropene, methyl jasmonate, polyamines, etc. have been undertaken world-wide to enhance storability of fresh vegetables. This review is an attempt to present a bird’ eye view of postharvest losses and possible strategies for the management and reduction of losses in vegetables.

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R., Reshma, Ganga M., Visalakshi M., Irene Vethamoni P., and Chitdeshwari T. "Standardization of Post-Harvest Management Techniques for Ixora (Ixora spp.)." International Journal of Environment and Climate Change 13, no. 10 (2023): 1267–80. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/ijecc/2023/v13i102779.

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The objective of this experiment was to optimize the post-harvest handling techniques for four Ixora genotypes grown for loose flower purpose. The experiment was laid out in Factorial Completely Randomised Design (FCRD) with four genotypes namely viz., Red (Ixora casei-G1), Pink (I. chinensis-G2), Orange (I. coccinea-G3) and Yellow (I. chinensis-G4) and six post-harvest treatments replicated three times. Observations were made on the floral quality criteria as well as the physiological characters linked with flower post-harvest quality. The results revealed that among the genotypes, Red (I. casei-G1) proved superior with respect to quality parameters and physiological parameters followed by Pink (I. chinensis-G2). Among the post-harvest treatments, treating flower buds with 4% boric acid and storage under refrigeration @ 50C recorded superior results for all the quality parameters viz., freshness index, flower opening index, colour retention and shelf life and the physiological parameters viz., moisture content, relative water content and physiological loss in weight.

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Efobi Christian Obinna, Nwalieji Hyacinth Udeanya, Okeke Margaret Ngozi, and Obianefo Aloysius Chukwujekwu. "The determinants of post-harvest management practice adoption in Anambra and Ebonyi State, Nigeria." International Journal of Science and Technology Research Archive 8, no. 1 (2025): 094–109. https://doi.org/10.53771/ijstra.2025.8.1.0028.

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This study examined the factors influencing the adoption of post-harvest management practices among rice farmers in Anambra and Ebonyi States, Nigeria. Employing a mixed-method approach, data was collected from a random sampling of 320 rice farmers (160 per State). The study utilized the Logit model and Principal Component Factor Analysis techniques from Open Directory R-software and SPSS version 25 to achieve the specific objectives. The study identified key post-harvest management practices, evaluated their level of adoption, and determined the socioeconomic variables impacting their implementation. The findings indicate that post-harvest management practices are significantly adopted in both states, with a grand mean score above 3.0 (Anambra: 3.18, SD = 1.322; Ebonyi: 3.22, SD = 1.24). Ebonyi farmers demonstrated a marginally higher adoption rate and consistency in these practices compared to their counterparts in Anambra. Notably, proper harvesting techniques were more significantly adopted in Ebonyi (Mean = 3.10) than in Anambra (Mean = 2.88), implying a reduction in post-harvest losses and improved grain quality in Ebonyi. Quick drying, the use of drying facilities, pest management, proper threshing, and quality seed utilization emerged as critical factors enhancing post-harvest efficiency and economic gains for rice farmers in both states. Socioeconomic determinants such as gender, marital status, education, and household size significantly influenced the adoption of post-harvest management practices. In Anambra, male farmers (Exp(B) = 2.611) and married individuals (Exp(B) = 1.560) were more likely to adopt post-harvest practices, whereas in Ebonyi, education negatively correlated with adoption (Exp(B) = 0.916). The study revealed the role of agricultural extension services in promoting best practices, thereby reducing post-harvest losses and enhancing farmers' economic outcomes. Targeted interventions focusing on education, training, and market access can further optimize adoption rates and improve the livelihoods of rice farmers.

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Soniya, Ningombam, and Joykumar Singh Ng. "Identifying Constraints and Suggestions in Pineapple Production and Post-Harvest Management." International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) 10, no. 8 (2024): 71–76. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13612261.

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Pineapple (Ananas comosus) (Linn.) (Merr.), is one of the commercially important fruit-crop of the world especially in India. It is the third most important tropical fruit in the world after banana and citrus with fine flavor and high nutritive value. Pineapple is a good source of carotene (Vitamin A) and vitamin B and is fairly rich in ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and it also contains a proteolytic enzyme bromelain, a digestive enzyme that digests food by breaking down protein. Bromelain also has anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and anti-cancer properties. Consumption of pineapple regularly helps fight against arthritis, indigestion and worm infestation. The present study was undertaken with an aim to find out the reasons behind the low level of productivity in Imphal East district which has the highest area of pineapple in the state. The random sampling procedure was adopted to select the 120 sample from four villages selected for the present study. The constraints showed that majority of the pineapple growers in the area expressed the problems of inadequate facility of transport and communication, the improper pre- and post-harvest handling technique like absence of refrigerated vans for transportation, inappropriate packaging, lack of storage facilities etc. lead to heavy losses to the farmers. 

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Obinna, Efobi Christian, Nwalieji Hyacinth Udeanya, Okeke Margaret Ngozi, and Obianefo Aloysius Chukwujekwu. "Analysis of the Different Stages of Post-Harvest Loss Suffered by Rice Farmers in Anambra and Ebonyi State, Nigeria." International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation. 6, no. 2 (2025): 549–60. https://doi.org/10.54660/.ijmrge.2025.6.2.549-560.

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This study examined the factors influencing the adoption of post-harvest management practices among rice farmers in Anambra and Ebonyi States, Nigeria. Employing a mixed-method approach, data was collected from a random sampling of 320 rice farmers (160 per State). The study utilized the Logit model and Principal Component Factor Analysis techniques from Open Directory R-software and SPSS version 25 to achieve the specific objectives. The study identified key post-harvest management practices, evaluated the farmers’ level of adoption, and determined the socioeconomic variables impacting their implementation. The findings indicate that post-harvest management practices are significantly adopted in both states, with a grand mean score above 3.0 (Anambra: 3.18, SD = 1.322; Ebonyi: 3.22, SD = 1.24). Ebonyi farmers demonstrated a marginally higher adoption rate and consistency in these practices compared to their counterparts in Anambra. Notably, proper harvesting techniques were more significantly adopted in Ebonyi (Mean = 3.10) than in Anambra (Mean = 2.88), implying a reduction in post-harvest losses and improved grain quality in Ebonyi. Quick drying, the use of drying facilities, pest management, proper threshing, and quality seed utilization emerged as critical factors enhancing post-harvest efficiency and economic gains for rice farmers in both states. Socioeconomic determinants such as gender, marital status, education, and household size significantly influenced the adoption of post-harvest management practices. In Anambra, male farmers (Exp(B) = 2.611) and married individuals (Exp(B) = 1.560) were more likely to adopt post-harvest practices, whereas in Ebonyi, education negatively correlated with adoption (Exp(B) = 0.916). The study revealed the role of agricultural extension services in promoting best practices, thereby reducing post-harvest losses and enhancing farmers' economic outcomes. Targeted interventions focusing on education, training, and market access can further optimize adoption rates and improve farmers’ standard of living.

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Shrestha, Simran, Sushil Awasthi, and Bikash Kumar Das. "Post-harvest losses in mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata blanco.) in the Gulmi District of Nepal." International Journal of Horticulture, Agriculture and Food science 8, no. 4 (2024): 01–19. https://doi.org/10.22161/ijhaf.8.4.1.

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A study was carried out in Gulmi District, Nepal, focused on the status of post-harvest technology and mandarin post-harvest losses. A random sampling technique was used to select the household and an interview with a semi-structured questionnaire was carried out. Collected data were analyzed by using descriptive through SPSS and Ms. Excel and results were obtained. Through the collection and analysis of data from a sample of 100 respond-ents, this study delved into various aspects of Mandarin’s post-harvest status, including socio-demographic char-acteristics, post-harvest operation, and challenges faced by farmers. The findings revealed critical insights into the demographics of the surveyed farmers, their practices related to post-harvest management of Mandarin, and the issues they encounter. The study uncovered that while many farmers exhibit a lower understanding of post-harvesting technology including the use of chemicals, processing facilities, the effect of proper harvesting tech-nique, and other post-harvest handling practices on the shelf life of fruits, there is still room for improvement, particularly in post-harvest handling techniques and access to markets. Aggregate mean post-harvest losses were found to be 8.12% at the harvesting stage, followed by 4.05% at the grading stage, 3.07% at the sorting stage, and 1.65% during storage. The end use of market-rejected poor-grade fruits was also studied. The research also high-lighted the significance of farmer groups and the potential for training programs to enhance post-harvest knowledge and skills. Furthermore, the study identified critical needs among farmers, emphasizing the importance of access to essential resources, training, credit related to post-harvest management, marketing assistance, and improved infrastructure to improve Mandarin post-harvest handling in the region. These findings can inform tar-geted interventions and policies aimed at enhancing Mandarin farming practices, post-harvest handling practic-es, and improving farmers' livelihoods in the Gulmi district.

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Gemechu, Getachew Etana, Damtew Abewoy, and Kedir Jaleto. "Post-harvest Loss Assessment of Banana (Musa spp.) at Jimma Town Market." Journal of Plant Studies 10, no. 1 (2021): 23. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/jps.v10n1p23.

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Post-harvest loss of banana in Jimma town market was accounted a total loss of 26.5% in the supply chain. Of these, more percent of the total losses were being observed at the retail market (64.10%) and whole-salers level (35.90%). Mechanical damage followed by improper transport and improper storage were identified as the main causes of banana loss at whole-salers level while fruit rotting followed by improper ripening and mechanical damage were identified as the main causes to the loss of banana fruit at retail level. Hence, the current post-harvest management system of banana at whole-salers and retail level is inadequate. There is no sufficient attention given for the post-harvest management of banana in the supply chain. It was also observed that, there is a knowledge gap between the respondents in their experience of proper fruit handling techniques. Therefore, to reduce the level of post-harvest losses of banana, more emphasis should be given to post-harvest handling practices. The loss can be minimized or prevented by awareness creation, education and training about the importance of post-harvest losses, adopting better management operations, careful handling and packaging to the supply chain actors.

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Jain, Shubham, Saransh Saxena, Varsha Minz, et al. "Post Harvest Handling of Fruit Crops." International Journal of Environment and Climate Change 13, no. 11 (2023): 1990–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/ijecc/2023/v13i113357.

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Fruits are classified as perishable agricultural commodities. When fruits are harvested prematurely or when they are overripe, their storage life is shortened and their quality deteriorates. Therefore, it is important to harvest fruits at the appropriate stage of maturity in order to ensure good quality and better storage. Nevertheless, the inadequate implementation of proper handling techniques for agricultural produce has led to a significant occurrence of post-harvest losses, resulting in the wastage of valuable resources such as time and financial investments. The lack of appropriate handling procedures and chemical treatment methods are leading to significant losses in commodities. Therefore, it can be deduced that producers are currently experiencing significant economic detriment as a result of inadequate handling techniques, insufficient understanding of the underlying factors contributing to postharvest loss, and a dearth of effective preservation methodologies. However, the mitigation of loss can be achieved through the implementation of appropriate management and handling procedures. This review focuses on various aspects of post-harvest handling methods for preservation of fruits for longer time for processing and value addition.

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Adhikari, Biju, and Aarati G.C. "Post-harvest practices of horticultural crops in Nepal: Issues and management." Archives of Agriculture and Environmental Science 6, no. 2 (2021): 227–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.26832/24566632.2021.0602015.

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Fruits and vegetables are highly perishable in nature and have a very short shelf-life. During different handling and marketing procedures, there is massive post-harvest loss of horticulture produce, either or both qualitative and quantitative, between harvest and consumption. Factors affecting post-harvest losses differ with topography, varieties of crops, climate, etc. and are difficult to understand. Considering the fact, the present study aims to describe the status of post-harvest losses of horticultural produce and their potential management techniques. Secondary data is used to collect the related information. The demand of high-quality horticulture produce is increasing due to its healthy nutrition. Post-harvest management of the produce includes pre- and post-harvest practices, their handling, packaging, storage, distribution, and marketing. The storage life and marketable quality of the produce can be maximized by limiting (not stopping) the respiration and transpiration through proper control of temperature and relative humidity of the produce. The right selection of packaging materials and technologies play vital role in maintaining product quality and freshness during storage and distribution. Moreover, the innovative techniques like modified active packaging, active and intelligent packaging, controlled atmospheric storage, and use of antimicrobial could extend the shelf life of produce to a significant time. This review mainly focuses on the causes of qualitative and quantitative losses of horticulture produce along with the effective measures to control the losses in Nepalese context. It emphasized on the adoption of innovative technologies to improve the storage life, marketable quality and freshness of the produce.

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Verma, Subhash, Sapan Kumar, Vipin Kumar, et al. "Recent Advancements and Innovations in Post-harvest Handling, Storage, and Technology for Vegetables: A Review." Archives of Current Research International 25, no. 2 (2025): 161–80. https://doi.org/10.9734/acri/2025/v25i21076.

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In a broad sense, Vegetables are highly perishable and experience significant qualitative and quantitative losses after harvest. Advances in post-harvest handling and storage technologies have become critical interventions for maintaining quality, extending shelf life, and reducing waste. This review explores recent developments in post-harvest management, including precision harvesting tools, innovative storage solutions, and smart packaging technologies. It also examines the challenges, such as infrastructural deficiencies, and highlights future opportunities for creating more efficient and sustainable vegetable post-harvest systems. These innovations are vital for sustaining vegetable quality, improving food security, and enhancing economic viability. Recent developments in post-harvest handling and storage technologies have been crucial in addressing this issue by curing, drying, and grading, rapid cooling and refrigeration, Processing and value addition. Those innovations play crucial roles in sustaining vegetable quality and shelf life extension, thus aiding in the process of economic viability and food security. This paper examines recent trends in post-harvest management such as precision harvesting tools (such as controlled atmosphere storage, modified atmosphere packaging), cutting-edge storage systems, and smart packaging technologies. The article identifies potential areas for further research to optimize post-harvest systems worldwide.

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Ahungwa, G. T. and Ahungwa, J. I. "FARM LEVEL ASSESSMENT OF POST-HARVEST LOSSES ESTIMATION AND MANAGEMENT OF YAM IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA." Journal of Agripreneurship and Sustainable Development 3, no. 3 (2020): 118–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.59331/jasd.v3i3.142.

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The study measured post-harvest losses of yam in volumetric and monetary terms and the determinants of post-harvest losses (PHLs) management capacities of farmers along diverse activities at the farm level in Benue State, Nigeria for four different production seasons. Using a multistage sampling procedure, 240 yam farmers were sampled and interviewed for the study. Empirical results showed that majority of yam farmers (80.42%) experienced substantial losses, ranging from 20% – 49.9% of their total harvest. Averagely, farmers recorded 43.57% loss of yam tubers on account of environmental and institutional factors especially, the erratic rainfall patterns and lack of improved storage facilities. The post-harvest management index indicated that farmers had the capacities to store, consume or sell about 58.5% of their total annual harvest. The prime causes of such losses were attributed to environmental ( = 3.67) and microbiological ( = 3.20) factors, duration needed to store yam profitably ( = 2.88), mechanical damage ( = 2.75), poor marketing ( = 2.68), and inappropriate transportation ( = 2.65) systems. Further, the degree of PHLs management capacities of the farmers’ increased consistently, positively and significantly at P≤0.01 level of significance, with increase in the age, household size, annual income, access and sources of agricultural credit and the number of PHL management technologies adopted, but rather reduced significantly with years of farming experience and extension contacts. To enhance the post-harvest management competence of farmers in Benue State, the capacities of the farmers should be strengthened to access agricultural information, including geo-informatics, and financial services that can be used in minimizing the incidence of post-harvest losses.

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Bawa, D. Y., M. N. Wade, and A.K Auwal. "Assessment of Fish Post Harvest Losses as Influenced by Socio-Demographic Characteristic of Fishermen of River Niger, Yauri Landing Site, Kebbi State, Nigeria." Scholarly Journal of Science and Technology Research & Development 3, no. 5 (2024): 13–23. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11143872.

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Post-harvest fish losses pose significant challenges to the livelihoods and food security of fishing communities worldwide. This study investigates the magnitude and extent of post-harvest fish losses among fishermen at the River Niger, Yauri Landing Site in Kebbi State, Nigeria. Through a comprehensive analysis of survey data collected from 100 respondent (Table 4.1.1). The study revealed that fishermen commonly experience physical losses, and economic post-harvest fish losses, with factors such as inadequate storage facilities, poor handling practices, and lack of access to refrigeration contributing significantly to these losses. (Table 4.2.1) shows that 68% of the fisherman encountered economic post-harvest fish losses while 32% physical post-harvest fish losses. The socio-economic impacts of fish post-harvest losses, including decreased income, reduced food security, and increased financial burden, underscore the urgency of addressing these challenges to enhance the resilience and sustainability of fishery operations. (Table 4.3.6) shows that 58% experience 1kg loss per catch while 19% ½ kg loss while 16% experienced 2kg loss and 7% experienced more than 2kg loss. Based on the findings, several recommendations are proposed to address the underlying challenges of post-harvest fish losses. These include investment in infrastructure, such as cold storage facilities and capacity building for fishermen on best practices in fish post-harvest handling and storage, market access initiatives to improve market linkages and policy support for sustainable fisheries management practices, resource management initiatives and community engagement in decision-making processes.

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Aneni, T. I., V. C. Adaigbe, E. I. Eziashi, and O. D. Esiegbuya. "Insect Pest Management of Post Harvest Shea Fruits in Storage." International Journal of Food Science and Agriculture 4, no. 3 (2020): 330–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/ijfsa.2020.09.013.

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Ciofini, Alice, Francesca Negrini, Riccardo Baroncelli, and Elena Baraldi. "Management of Post-Harvest Anthracnose: Current Approaches and Future Perspectives." Plants 11, no. 14 (2022): 1856. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/plants11141856.

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Anthracnose is a severe disease caused by Colletotrichum spp. on several crop species. Fungal infections can occur both in the field and at the post-harvest stage causing severe lesions on fruits and economic losses. Physical treatments and synthetic fungicides have traditionally been the preferred means to control anthracnose adverse effects; however, the urgent need to decrease the use of toxic chemicals led to the investigation of innovative and sustainable protection techniques. Evidence for the efficacy of biological agents and vegetal derivates has been reported; however, their introduction into actual crop protection strategies requires the solutions of several critical issues. Biotechnology-based approaches have also been explored, revealing the opportunity to develop innovative and safe methods for anthracnose management through genome editing and RNA interference technologies. Nevertheless, besides the number of advantages related to their use, e.g., the putative absence of adverse effects due to their high specificity, a number of aspects remain to be clarified to enable their introduction into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) protocols against Colletotrichum spp. disease.

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Chimbaza, M., H. Kankwamba, A. M. Mwangwela, and W. Kamthunzi. "Post-harvest groundnut aflatoxin management among smallholder farmers in Malawi." World Mycotoxin Journal 13, no. 1 (2020): 37–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.3920/wmj2018.2409.

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Aflatoxin contamination in groundnut production negatively affects health and trade outcomes. Aflatoxin contamination can occur at any stage along the groundnut value chain. However, the stage immediately after harvest has proven to be the most critical stage in aflatoxin management. This study presents knowledge, perceptions and practices in aflatoxin management during groundnut drying and storage among smallholder farmers in Malawi. Using probability proportionate to size random sampling techniques, the study sampled 150 smallholder farmers from three districts in the Central Region of Malawi namely Lilongwe, Mchinji and Kasungu. Descriptive analysis of results indicates that 90% of farmers harvest groundnuts at the right maturity. Results also showed that 59% farmers prefer drying groundnuts inverted in circular patches while 70% store groundnuts in polyethylene sacks on racks. Further, the study found that 97% of the farmers in the sample are aware of aflatoxin contamination but only 28% were able to identify the effects of aflatoxin contamination. These findings have implications in the design of postharvest intervention strategies on management and control of aflatoxin in groundnuts.

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Patel, Krishna Kumar, M. A. Khan, Yogesh Kumar, and Arun Kumar Yadav. "Novel Techniques in Post Harvest Management of Mango- An Overview." South Asian Journal of Food Technology and Environment 05, no. 02 (2019): 821–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.46370/sajfte.2019.v05i02.01.

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Kumar, Mukesh, Raj Singh, and Indu Sharma. "Integrated Management for Post-Harvest Diseases of Fruits and Vegetables." Bio Science Research Bulletin 37, no. 1 (2021): 17–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.5958/2320-3161.2021.00005.5.

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Wang, Yi, Mack R. Naber, and Trevor W. Crosby. "Effects of Wound-Healing Management on Potato Post-Harvest Storability." Agronomy 10, no. 4 (2020): 512. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/agronomy10040512.

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A critical step in profitable post-harvest potato storage management is to cure tubers at appropriate temperatures long enough for rapid wound-healing to prevent disease and defect development, but not too long to jeopardize storage quality. A two-year storage study was conducted in macro-storage totes at the University of Wisconsin Hancock storage research facility to evaluate the effects of higher wound-healing temperatures (15.6 °C, 18.3 °C) imposed for different durations, and compare them to the U.S. potato industry’s standard practice (12.8 °C), on weight loss and frying quality of multiple processing potato varieties during long-term storage. It was found that in the experimental setting of this study, warmer wound-healing temperatures resulted in (1) less weight loss, particularly during the early storage season across varieties; (2) ameliorated senescent sweetening of the Snowden variety; (3) improved fry quality of the Russet Burbank variety; (4) and no apparent disease spread during long-term storage if tubers were harvested healthy out of fields. Overall, no significant difference was found between 15.6 °C and 18.3 °C regarding their treatment effects. Our conclusion is that compared to the current standard practice, higher wound-healing temperatures may have the potential benefits of improving potato storage quality while reducing the economic penalty associated with weight loss for specific varieties, but tubers should be healthy at harvest in order to gain the benefits. Further research is needed to test if those benefits of higher wound-healing temperatures hold true in large-scale commercial storage facilities.

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Rout, Manasranjan, Shubhendu Kumar Behera, K. C. Sahu, and Shreeza Nanda. "Post-Harvest Problem of the Ripe Banana and its Management." International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences 9, no. 5 (2020): 779–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2020.905.086.

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DUHAN, SANDEEP, CHANDER BHAN, SEEMA CHAWLA, and SHRIKISHAN BAIRWA. "Role of nanotechnology in post harvest management of horticultural crops." INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PROCESSING AND POST HARVEST TECHNOLOGY 7, no. 1 (2016): 134–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.15740/has/ijppht/7.1/134-140.

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Hare, M. D. "Post-harvest and autumn management of tall fescue seed fields." New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research 36, no. 4 (1993): 407–18. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00288233.1993.10417741.

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