admin | March 19, 2023
One of this edition’s stories from Mali shows how one way to reduce post-harvest losses of rice is to process the crop into various products. Our Script of the week provides information about how careful application of recommended post-harvest practices can help farmers keep their grain safe from losses and enjoy the full benefits of their labour.
The backgrounder covers recommended both production and post-harvest practices. In the latter category, it includes the following sections:
- Harvesting
- Threshing
- Winnowing
- Drying
- Milling and storage
The backgrounder is based on the situation in Mali, but with very minor changes, is applicable throughout Africa, especially West Africa.