Post Harvest Management

Post-harvest management refers to the process of handling, storing, and preserving agricultural products after they have been harvested, ensuring that they remain fresh, safe, and of high quality for consumption or sale. This process plays a critical role in reducing food loss, extending shelf life, and maintaining the nutritional value, taste, and appearance of the products. Post-harvest management includes various practices such as cleaning, sorting, packaging, storage, transportation, and sometimes processing. Proper post-harvest management is essential for both fresh produce, such as fruits and vegetables, and processed goods, like grains, dairy, and meats, to ensure that they retain their quality and nutritional benefits before reaching consumers or market destinations.