April 2020

Re-useable plastic crates as a veritable tool for handling of fresh fruits and vegetables: Lagos State as a case study

Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) developed plastic packaging crates of International standard and best practices known as reusable plastic crates (RPCs) in lieu of raffia woven baskets (RWBs) for the transportation and storage of fresh fruits and vegetables in 1986. In collaboration with Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition and Postharvest Loss Alliance for...

Author(s): Olusola B. Benson, Isaac A. Ambee, Adaora N. Osegbo and Egobude U. Okonkwo