Rakesh Kumar, a farmer in Bihar, faces substantial losses due to inadequate cold storage as a third of his potato harvest rots each season. The severe heat exacerbates this issue, contributing to an overall spoilage rate of 25-35% for fruits and vegetables, culminating in an annual loss of $11.5 billion. Innovative solar-powered cold storage systems are being introduced by companies like Inficold, enabling farmers to preserve their produce for extended periods. This technology allows farmers to optimize selling time and reduce food waste, significantly impacting their incomes and sustainability.
In India, inadequate cold-chain infrastructure and soaring heat are taking a heavy toll on farmers. Roughly 25-35% of fruits and vegetables spoil before reaching market, leading to a loss of about $11.5 billion yearly.
Many times we are forced to dump our produce due to lack of storage. This situation highlights the urgent need for improved cold storage solutions to reduce food wastage and bolster farmers’ incomes.
Farmers can now store their produce fresh for up to several weeks and sell it when market prices are better, thus reducing spoilage and increasing earnings.
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