Nigerian smallholder farmers lose 20-40% of their harvested …
Problem Statement
Nigerian smallholder farmers lose 20-40% of their harvested crops before reaching consumers due to inadequate storage, poor transportation infrastructure, and lack of processing facilities. This affects approximately 70% of Nigeria's 70 million farmers, resulting in $10 billion annual losses and contributing to food insecurity for 25 million Nigerians. The problem is urgent as climate change intensifies spoilage rates while Nigeria's population growth demands higher food security.
Target Outcome
Reduce post-harvest losses for a defined subset of Nigerian farmers by 25% within 24 months, measured by comparing crop loss rates before and after intervention implementation. Success will be verified through farmer surveys, market data tracking, and income measurements showing increased farmer revenue from reduced waste.
Desired Future
Nigerian smallholder farmers lose 20-40% of their harvested crops before reaching consumers due to inadequate storage, poor transportation infrastructure, and lack of processing facilities. This affects approximately 70% of Nigeria's 70 million farmers, resulting in $10 billion annual losses and contributing to food insecurity for 25 million Nigerians. The problem is urgent as climate change intensifies spoilage rates while Nigeria's population growth demands higher food security. — Reduce post-harvest losses for a defined subset of Nigerian farmers by 25% within 24 months, measured by comparing crop loss rates before and after intervention implementation. Success will be verified through farmer surveys, market data tracking, and income measurements showing increased farmer revenue from reduced waste.