Ghana wastes between 40% and 50% of fruits and vegetables annually – Charles Yabe
Ghana wastes between 40% and 50% of its fruits and vegetables annually, social entrepreneur, innovator and changemaker Mathias Charles Yabe has said. He said the losses occur across the food value chain, from farms and marketplaces to homes, restaurants and food joints. Speaking on the 13th edition of the Loud and Green X-Space on JoyNews, […]
Social entrepreneur and innovator Mathias Charles Yabe has revealed that Ghana loses between 40% and 50% of its fruits and vegetables annually. These losses happen throughout the food value chain, from production to consumption. Speaking on JoyNews' 13th edition of the Loud and Green X-Space, Yabe emphasized that tackling this food waste is crucial and requires practical interventions.
He noted that a significant portion of Ghana's food is wasted each year, amounting to 40 to 50% of fruits and vegetables. This issue stems from various factors, including a lack of proper storage facilities in farming communities, particularly those without reliable access to electricity. To address this challenge, Yabe's company, Agrofresh, developed solar-powered refrigeration systems specifically designed for farms and communities.
These fridges extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables from five days to up to 21 days by utilizing solar energy. Additionally, Agrofresh has introduced solar-powered refrigerator tricycles to enhance transportation of fresh produce, reducing losses during this stage. By implementing these solutions, Yabe aims to improve farmers' incomes, enhance food supply, and reduce the environmental impact of food waste.
The conversation took place during the 13th edition of the Loud and Green X-Space, which explored opportunities arising from Ghana's climate challenges.
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