- Storage Facilities:
- Provide scientific storage for food grains.
- Reduce wastage and spoilage.
- Enable farmers to store produce longer, getting better prices.
- Cold Chains:
- Provide integrated cold chain and preservation infrastructure.
- Ensure no break from farm gate to consumer.
- Essential for perishable goods (fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat).
- Reduce spoilage and maintain quality.
- Logistics:
- Efficient transportation (roads, rail, ports) is crucial.
- Reduces transit losses and ensures timely delivery.
- Reduces overall logistics costs.
- Lack of modern logistics leads to high wastage.
- All these are vital for reducing post-harvest losses and ensuring food quality.