An opinion piece on Indian storage issues claims that a close-ended procurement system is the “ideal reform”, and that the Indian government should establish separate procurement processes for public distribution and for buffer stock purposes. http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/ryjIsy6fBOHyGAtMKin1rO/Grain-stocks-Is-it-a-problem-of-storage-capacity.html
Tag Archives | storage facilities
Storage Facilities by The Nigerian Stored Products Institute
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The Nigerian Stored Products Institute (NSPRI) reports it has produced affordable storage facilities and drying equipment that works with solar, air, or kerosone.
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China Says Grain Supply Not Secure
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Government officials report that China loses nearly 55 million tons of grain each year due to inadequate storage and transportation. Losses pose a serious threat to foodgrain security, despite large bumper harvests. Head of the State Administration of Grain said that due to rapid urbanization, reducing loss is “as important as protecting arable land”. http://www.upi.com/Business_News/2013/02/19/China-says-grain-supply-not-secure/UPI-96611361268556/
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India Wastes 21 Million Tonnes of Wheat Every Year: Report
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The International Mechanical Engineers Association released a report titled “Global Food: Waste Not Want Not” stating that 30-50% of all food globally is wasted or lost. The report describes various instances where loss occurs, ranging from storage issues in India to supermarket waste in the UK. The report received substantial media coverage, demonstrating rising public […]
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Unfit Wheat Silos
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An ad-hoc presidential committee says Egyptian wheat silos are unfit for use because they allow dust and grit to mix with high-quality Egyptian wheat. The government says eliminating the silos is not possible due to the high demand for storage space. Future policy suggestions include subsidization along the value chain as opposed to just at […]
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East Mamprusi Farmers Appeal for Storage Facilities
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A farmer’s group in northern Ghana has appealed to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to provide them with postharvest reduction devices such as silo bags and better storage facilities. The group says farmers currently suffer “massive” grain losses without proper storage. http://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2012/12/22/east-mamprusi-farmers-appeal-for-storage-facilities/
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How to Manage Post-Harvest Loss
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The Guardian featured an article on postharvest loss and its contributions to food security. Caspa van Vark reviews PHL reduction techniques such as the use of metal silos, bags, and the role of public and private interventions. http://www.guardian.co.uk/global-development-professionals-network/2012/dec/14/post-harvest-loss-food-security
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Silo Storage Study by ADM Institute Faculty Grace Danao and Marvin Paulsen
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ADM Institute faculty Grace Danao and Marvin Paulsen had their work featured in a news clip by Globo Rural TV in Sinop, Brazil. This video is in Portuguese also and features their silo storage study. http://globotv.globo.com/tv-centro-america/mt-rural/v/novo-tipo-de-silo-para-milho-e-avaliado-em-sinop/2139968/
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Thai Rice Buying Slows as Govt Runs out of Storage Space
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A Thai government intervention scheme for securing adequate storage for paddy (rice) farmers is currently facing challenges. Officials are requesting use of old airport warehouses to store the rice as production continues to increase. Controversy exists over whether the government can support the scheme by exporting the rice. Many millers are turning farmers away due to lack […]
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No Storage Space for Bumper Stock in Country’s Food Bowl
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At the start of the Indian procurment season, the government is still facing severe storage shortages. The large bumper crop is overwhelming current capacities that still hold much of last year’s procurement. Government reactions include plans to add more storage capacity, release additional grain to the open market, and export to neighboring nations. Meanwhile, significant amounts of grain continue […]
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