Cold chain to protect produce, give farmers better market access

CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News /Agencies/ Bhopal: Cold chain to protect produce, give farmers better market access

CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News / Agencies: It is necessary to develop a cold chain system for the safe storage and better marketing of agricultural produce. Through this, fruits, vegetables and other perishable crops can be kept safe for a longer period. This will reduce post-harvest losses and give farmers an opportunity to look for better markets to sell their produce.

In a cold chain, the prescribed temperature is maintained through the entire process from harvesting the crop to storage, transportation and reaching the market. For this, cold storage, refrigerated vehicles and modern packing facilities are required. Such a system helps maintain the quality and freshness of produce. At present, many farmers are compelled to sell their crop immediately after it is ready. In the absence of adequate storage facilities, fruits and vegetables begin to spoil. This causes financial losses to farmers, and often they have to sell their produce at lower prices.

If the cold chain network is strengthened, farmers will be able to keep their produce safe and sell it according to demand and market conditions. This will also help them gain access to larger markets along with local mandis. Better storage and transportation facilities in the agriculture sector can play an important role in strengthening farmers’ income and the market system.

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