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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.
The government intervening to ensure food safety will increase awareness among producers and consumers.
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Once crops have been harvested, farmers experience wastage and loss of food all over Africa.
Post-harvest management will reduce losses and improve food availability.
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.
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Senior Lecturer and Head of Horticulture at Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection, University of Nairobi
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Research Fellow, Tegemeo Institute, Egerton University
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Visiting Professor of Sustainability Science, Technical University of Denmark
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Postdoctoral Researcher, Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development, Egerton University
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Lecturer in Food Security in the School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds