The possible impact of precooling and community cooling hubs on reducing post-harvest losses in hibiscus farming: A case study from Uganda
Conference paper
Najjuma, M., Campbell, R., Foster, A., De Almeida Marques, A., Maidment, G. and Evans, J. (2024). The possible impact of precooling and community cooling hubs on reducing post-harvest losses in hibiscus farming: A case study from Uganda. 2024 8th IIR International Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain. Tokyo, Japan 09 Jun - 11 Jul 2024 Japan Society of Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers. https://doi.org/10.18462/iir.iccc2024.1053
Authors | Najjuma, M., Campbell, R., Foster, A., De Almeida Marques, A., Maidment, G. and Evans, J. |
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Type | Conference paper |
Abstract | This study addresses the significant post-harvest losses in hibiscus farming in Uganda's Central and Eastern regions, impacting the local economy and culture. Research involving 200 farmers shows losses of 10% to 50%, particularly during the wet season due to poor storage and drying facilities. To combat this, the study proposed a three-pronged approach: ensuring gentle handling during harvest, implementing precooling techniques at the farmgate, and establishing community cooling hubs. Precooling is crucial for maintaining post-harvest quality by rapidly reducing temperatures, while community cooling hubs would offer centralized cooling and storage, mitigating losses and opening new market opportunities. This comprehensive strategy also aims to enhance agricultural practices through training, capacity building, and community collaboration, promoting a resilient and thriving farming community. |
Keywords | Hibiscus; Post-harvest losses; Precooling; Cooling hubs; Rural farming communities |
Year | 2024 |
Publisher | Japan Society of Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.18462/iir.iccc2024.1053 |
Web address (URL) | https://biz.knt.co.jp/tour/2024/iccc2024/index.html |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
Publication dates | |
20 Jan 2024 | |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 16 Apr 2024 |
Deposited | 08 Aug 2024 |
Web address (URL) of conference proceedings | https://biz.knt.co.jp/tour/2024/iccc2024/index.html |
https://openresearch.lsbu.ac.uk/item/97q33
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