Preventing losses along the postharvest value chain
Harvesting
Harvesting is the process of removing the crop from the fields.
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Threshing
The threshing process separates the grain from the rest of the plant.
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Drying
Drying reduces the moisture content in grain so it can be safely store or processed.
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Storage
Grain storage allows individuals or collectives to hold stocks of cereal grains for future use.
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Processing/Milling
Processing or milling operations make grain more suitable for consumption or other use.
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Transportation
Transportation occurs throughout the value chain, whenever crops are moved from one location to another.
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Marketing
Marketing occurs when a crop is sold, either in a market or to a trader or middleman.
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