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Welcome Address from the Executive Director
Welcome to the NSPRI Postharvest Information Portal — a dedicated knowledge platform for farmers, researchers, and all stakeholders committed to …
🌾 Research & Innovation
Where Science Meets
Post-Harvest Knowledge
Explore cutting-edge research on grain storage, pest management, mycotoxins, and food security from Nigeria's leading stored products research institute.
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Field Logistics for Horticultural Preservation
Thermal management, gentle handling, and smart loading during harvest prevent heat stress and physical damage to fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Harvesting Protocols for Fruits and Vegetables
Fruit and vegetable harvest timing based on clear maturity indices — from leafy greens to tomatoes, mangoes, and plantains — is critical for quality preservation.
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Maturity Indices and Techniques for Roots and Tubers
Root and tuber crops require clear maturity indicators and gentle harvesting in moist soil to prevent bruising, cuts, and broken tubers.
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Precision Harvesting of Grains, Oilseeds, and Beverage Crops
Precision timing of grain harvest prevents over-drying, shattering, and pest attacks — delayed harvesting significantly increases postharvest losses.
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Agronomic Foundations for Postharvest Loss Reduction
Effective postharvest loss reduction begins in the field — certified seeds, weed control, targeted protection, and timely harvesting are the foundation.
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Avian Impacts and Anthropogenic Spoilage Factors
Birds contaminate stored commodities while human error — improper threshing, inadequate drying, and overloading — significantly contributes to postharvest losses.
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Micro-organisms: Mycotoxin Hazards and Market Disqualification
Fungal mycotoxins such as aflatoxins and ochratoxins are highly carcinogenic — strict moisture control is the first line of defense against mold contamination.
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Rodent Dynamics: Structural Damage and Public Health Risks
Rodents destroy packaging and infrastructure, contaminate stored food, and act as vectors for deadly zoonotic diseases including Lassa fever.
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Biotic Threats: Arthropod Infestations and Management
Insects, mites, and booklice cause physical damage and secondary mold vulnerability in stored grains — moisture and warmth accelerate pest population explosions.
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