Post harvest handling

Who are the initial actors in the agricultural value chain

• input suppliers

• processors

• primary producers

• all the above

Value addition in post-harvest handling can include:

• Exporting raw products

• Converting fresh fruits into juices, jams, and dried fruits

• • Immediate sale without processing

• Delaying harvest times

What is the primary benefit of composting organic waste materials?

• It eliminates all waste

• It turns waste into a nutrient-rich compost

• It uses chemical fertilizers

• It reduces water usage in agriculture

What is the main goal of circular economy approaches?

• • Increase waste generation

• Promote resource efficiency and sustainability

• Decrease recycling

• Increase the use of single-use products

5. Which materials are typically used for biogas production?

• Plastic waste

• Organic waste materials such as crop residues and animal manure

• Glass and metals

• Electronic waste

1. What does the value chain in agricultural production encompass?

• Only the production stage

• All stages from input supply and production to processing, marketing, and distribution

• Only the processing stage

• Only the marketing stage

Mapping value chains begins with......................... the specific agricultural commodities or products of interests.

5. Which technique is not commonly used in value chain mapping?

• Flow charts

• Diagrams

• Stakeholder interviews

• Random guessing

11. How do government and regulatory agencies influence agricultural value chains?

• By solely focusing on production techniques

• Through policies, regulations, incentives, and public investments

• By only regulating input suppliers

• By controlling consumer behavior directly

13. Why is value chain segmentation important?

• It limits the market channels for producers

• It allows producers to tailor products and marketing strategies to specific market niches

• It reduces product quality standards

• It prevents producers from accessing new markets