Reducing Food Waste: From Farm to Table
Learn essential concepts of postharvest loss prevention, exploring technical aspects, economic impacts, and global solutions for food security.
Learn essential concepts of postharvest loss prevention, exploring technical aspects, economic impacts, and global solutions for food security.
This comprehensive course addresses the critical issue of postharvest loss in global food security. Students explore physical, technical, and social dimensions of postharvest supply chains and loss prevention methods. The course covers fundamental concepts, technical aspects of harvesting and storage, economic considerations, and the international response to postharvest loss. With an estimated one-third of food production lost annually, this course provides essential knowledge for professionals and students to understand and address this global challenge, focusing on practical solutions and international collaboration.
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What you'll learn
Understand the global impact of postharvest loss on food security
Master technical aspects of grain harvesting, drying, and storage
Analyze economic factors in postharvest loss prevention
Evaluate effective prevention frameworks and solutions
Explore international initiatives and stakeholder collaboration
Develop practical approaches to loss prevention
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This course includes:
4.6 Hours PreRecorded video
6 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to postharvest loss prevention, covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications. The curriculum is structured to build understanding from fundamental concepts to complex international initiatives. Students learn about the technical aspects of harvesting, drying, and storage, while also exploring economic factors and global stakeholder networks. The course emphasizes practical solutions and international collaboration in addressing this critical food security challenge.
Course Orientation
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Problem: Global Postharvest Loss
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Causes: Major Causes & Encounters for PHL
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Solutions: A Prevention Framework for PHL
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Actors: A Network of Global Stakeholders
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Director of the ADM Institute for the Prevention of Postharvest Loss
Dr. Prasanta K. Kalita is the director of the ADM Institute for the Prevention of Postharvest Loss and a professor in the Agricultural & Biological Engineering Department at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He also serves as the assistant dean of research in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) and is recognized as a Distinguished Teacher-Scholar. His extensive administrative experience includes overseeing a range of faculty and student research projects both nationally and internationally, collaborating with various institutions such as the Illinois Department of Transportation and the United States Agency for International Development.Dr. Kalita's research focuses on critical areas such as water management, environmental sustainability, and food security. He has published over 150 articles and has received numerous awards for his contributions to education and research. His course "Global Postharvest Loss Prevention: Fundamentals, Technologies, and Actors" on Coursera addresses essential aspects of postharvest loss, exploring technological and social dimensions that impact food security globally. Through his work, Dr. Kalita aims to enhance understanding and develop solutions to reduce postharvest losses, ultimately contributing to improved food availability and sustainability.
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