Food processing is an integral component to food security. By processing certain foods, we can extend the shelf-life of these foods and reach more people in need. In addition, food processing helps to reduce post-harvest loss by making use of harvested food before it spoils. In Africa, the World Food Bank maintains a strong […]
The processing sector inevitably influences the sectors it surrounds. When agro-processing is left unaccounted for in the larger agricultural system, the result impacts post-harvest loss, job opportunities, market underdevelopment, and ultimately, the local economy. The general consensus, as shown below, is that the key to resolving many of these systemic challenges is through investment in […]
