The Nature of Postharvest Losses of Rice among Rice Farmers in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State Nigeria

Okadonye, Emmy Owoicho and Idyorough, Alamveabee Efihraim and Gomez, David and Korinjoh, Mluna Charles (2021) The Nature of Postharvest Losses of Rice among Rice Farmers in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State Nigeria. Asian Food Science Journal, 20 (9). pp. 89-96. ISSN 2581-7752

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Abstract

This study examined the nature of postharvest losses of rice in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State. The study specifically examined the stages of the postharvest losses of rice. A sample of 399 rice producers were drawn in Makurdi using the Taro Yamane formula. Quantitative data collection techniques were used to elicit information from respondents. The findings from the study revealed that, the nature postharvest losses of rice start from harvest to consumption stage, with threshing recording the highest loss of 27%. However, the total losses from all the stages are between 37%-40%. The study therefore recommended sensitization of farmers through the relevant agricultural agencies on postproduction of rice, establishment of reserves for the preservation of rice, linking farmers with agro-processing equipment available in state or those at national research institute at an affordable price, plus farmers to take advantage of cooperatives to benefit from agricultural projects establish by the government.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Open Archive Press > Agricultural and Food Science
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Date Deposited: 07 Feb 2023 10:00
Last Modified: 26 Mar 2024 03:53
URI: http://library.2pressrelease.co.in/id/eprint/281

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