Integrating gender and intersectionality in post-harvest loss research helps reduce negative economic and social impacts

Women can reduce post-harvest losses, but are not responsible for all post-harvest processes

Post-harvest food losses put food systems at risk, especially in low- and middle-income countries. They limit the availability of food and nutritional diets, while increasing food prices. They also add to the environmental burdens, contributing to climate change.

In recent years, several case studies have shown reducing post-harvest losses (PHLs) must be tackled from both technical and social perspectives. This double-pronged approach is also necessitated by the low levels of adoption of post-harvest technologies, especially by women.