In Ghana, the government’s Venture Capital Trust Fund is funding projects on the production of soy, sorghum, and yellow corn, as well as building facilities to add value to crops and reduce PHL. The VCTF typically works with entrepreneurs of small- and medium-sized enterprises by aiding in the creation of business plans and providing funding […]
Archive | May, 2012
Rwanda: G8 to Help 50 Million Africans Out of Poverty
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The recent G8 meeting resulted in pledges of promotions for investments in Food Security and Nutrition as a means to lift millions of Africans out of poverty. “The Rome Principle highlighted the need to invest in comprehensive country-led food security and agriculture development plans, also known as Country Investment Plans (CIPs).” The USA has been […]
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Agriculture Should be a Close Companion
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The Vietnamese agricultural sector’s high growth of 5.5% as compared with other Southeast Asian countries has led to stable growth and the ability to combat poverty. However, the Mekong River Delta, which accounts for 32% of the country’s farming land, is highly underutilized and unproductive due to outdated postharvest technology. Additionally, facilities such as warehouses […]
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Farming Tips and Technologies
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Pioneer, the hybrid seed company, evaluates poor post-production techniques (PDF) in the Philippines as a major contributor to loss, despite the use of hybrid seeds. The author gives an overview of factors to consider and options for drying and storage. http://www.pioneer.com/home/site/philippines/farming/
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Losing P30 Billion Worth of Rice in Philipines
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Facilities for storage and processing are key to reducing PHL in the Philipines. The country is losing P30 billion worth of rice every year due to lack of facilities, a recent report by the Bureau of Postharvest Research and Extension stated. With inadequate drying operations, about 408,764 metric tonnes of milled rice, or 4.5 percent […]
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Raila Urges Solutions to Kenya’s Food Deficit
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The Kenyan Prime Minister urged Kenya to reducing PHL as a factor in resolving the country’s food insecurity. About 17.5 percent of Kenyans suffer from food insecurity. Currently, PHL in Kenya exceeds the amount of food imports. http://www.allkenyanews.com/2012/05/raila-urges-solutions-to-kenyas-food-deficit/
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Farmers to Use Warehouse Receipts for Loans
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In collaboration with USAID, the Ghana Grains Council will bring more warehousing receipt systems to the country in order to help farmers in securing loans while waiting for better prices on the market. This project will directly benefit about 3,000 farmers and processors through efficient grain storage and marketing. The project recently had proven success […]
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Reduction of Post Harvest Losses by Improving Storage Methods and Technologies
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CIRDAP recently published a project proposal online on the “Reduction of Post Harvest Losses by Improving Storage Methods and Technologies” in the Islamic Republic of Iran. The document includes background information such as definitions and case studies to supplement the proposal. http://www.docstoc.com/docs/99444348/1-Project-Proposal-on-Reduction-of-Post-Harvest-Losses-by
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AgriLORE Online Library
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AgriLORE is an online library sanctioned by the National Agricultural Innovation Project of ICAR in order to share “Re-usable Learning Object Technology” related to the agro-horticulture sector. Users can upload, edit, change, update, and redistribute documents on the site for improved learning. There is a sizable amount of postharvest literature on the site. http://agropedialabs.iitk.ac.in/agrilore/
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Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program
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The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program is awarding financial assistance to state producers conducting qualifying projects in genetics, hay storage, feed storage, grain storage, and producer diversification opportunities. Proposals for funding should be turned in between June 1-7. http://www.tn.gov/agriculture/enhancement/
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