{Fishing Experts are in Kigali from 28th to 31st January, discussing fishery and post-harvest loss reduction in regional countries.
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SmartFish has developed national capacities to undertake loss assessments along different fish value chains using a new innovative methodology based on the use of mobile phones for data collection and data transfer. In order to review progress, prepare for further activities and understand the lessons learnt of this initiative, the project is holding this regional workshop.
It is known that SmartFish Programme, through his FAO component on Food Security, has undertaken a number of activities to support various countries (Burundi, Djibouti, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda, and Tanzania) to improve the regional supply of fish and fish products through post-harvest loss reduction.
The most common use for fisheries resources is food: over 75% of the global fish production is used for direct human consumption. Unfortunately, after being caught, a certain percentage of fish is lost or loses its value. These are what we call “post-harvest losses”.
Post-harvest losses of fish occur in various forms and at any stage in the value chain. Physical loss of fish can be caused by, for example, poor handling and preservation of the production. Economic losses can occur when spoilage of fish results in a value-decrease. In addition, inadequate handling and processing methods can reduce nutrients, leading to nutritional loss.
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