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Genetically modified crops are increasing yield and food security in developed countries, but in Africa, a lack of adoption is limiting success.
Two men work their maize crop in Uganda’s Kapchorwa district.
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The government intervening to ensure food safety will increase awareness among producers and consumers.
Choosing when to harvest as well as storage poses big problems for African farmers.
Once crops have been harvested, farmers experience wastage and loss of food all over Africa.
A young boy collects maize spilled during the drying and loading process on a farm in Kenya.
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Post-harvest management will reduce losses and improve food availability.
A Zimbabwean man harvests maize from a field outside Harare.
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The Food and Agriculture organisation estimates that 30 to 40% of total food production is lost before it reaches the market. The losses in Africa are greater and sustainable strategies are needed.