Food Storage Systems

Granaries

Elevated structures to store grains, protecting them from rodents and moisture, commonly found in African and Asian countries.

Pits and Silos

Underground or above-ground storage for grains and root crops that regulate temperature and humidity.

Clay Pots

Traditional storage method used in rural areas for cereals and pulses.

Refrigeration Units

Solar-powered refrigerators used in areas with limited electricity access to preserve perishable foods.

Cold Chain Logistics

A system helping maintain the quality of perishable goods from farm to market, emerging in some LEDCs.

Hermetic Bags

Airtight bags that prevent spoilage by keeping out pests, moisture, and air, suitable for smallholder farmers.

Community Storage Facilities

Centralized facilities that allow farmers to collectively store produce, reducing losses during harvest seasons.

Food Security

Access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to maintain a healthy life, crucial in LEDCs.

LEDCs

Less Economically Developed Countries, often facing challenges with agricultural production and food security.

India's Food Storage

A mix of traditional granaries and modern cold storage facilities for food preservation.

Nigeria's Food Storage Techniques

Utilizes clay pots, silos, and has recently adopted hermetic storage techniques.

Bangladesh's Storage Methods

Employs traditional earthen pots and newer refrigerated containers in urban markets.

Ethiopia's Community Storage

Facilities to help smallholders manage and store grain supplies effectively.

Kenya's Food Preservation Innovations

Growth in the use of solar refrigeration and modified atmospheric storage for perishables.