satohävikkiä

Satohävikkiä refers to the loss of crops that occurs between the time of harvest and when the food reaches the consumer. This can happen at various stages of the supply chain, including during harvesting, storage, transportation, processing, and retail. Factors contributing to satohävikkiä are diverse and can include physical damage to the produce, spoilage due to improper storage conditions such as temperature and humidity, pest infestations, inadequate infrastructure for handling and transport, and inefficient market practices.

The economic impact of satohävikkiä is significant, leading to reduced farmer incomes and increased food prices for consumers. Environmentally, it represents a waste of resources such as water, land, energy, and labor used in food production. Socially, it contributes to food insecurity and exacerbates issues of waste.

Strategies to reduce satohävikkiä focus on improving agricultural practices, investing in better storage and transportation facilities, implementing efficient cold chains, enhancing processing techniques, and optimizing retail management. Education and awareness campaigns for all stakeholders involved in the food supply chain are also crucial. Addressing satohävikkiä is a key component of sustainable food systems and aims to ensure more food reaches consumers and less is wasted.