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Analysis Study Research Paper | Agronomy | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1684 - 1690 | Chad
Post-Harvest Management of Sorghum Bicolor (Sorghum) in Balimba Canton, Moyen-Chari Province, Chad
Abstract: This study assessed post harvest management practices of sorghum producers in Balimba Canton, Chad, using structured surveys of 175 respondents. Descriptive statistical analysis revealed that field drying predominates at 83.75 percent, while grain storage in huts or rooms accounts for 67 percent of practices. Chemical preservatives are used by 53.75 percent of farmers despite reported pest and fungal losses across processing stages. The findings indicate significant storage inefficiencies and health risks associated with pesticide misuse. Strengthening training and promoting improved storage technologies could reduce post harvest losses and enhance food security outcomes.
Keywords: Post-harvest loss, Chad, grain storage systems, food security and agroecological practices
How to Cite?: Esaie Waya, Abdelkerim Brahim, et Ibrahima Adamou, "Post-Harvest Management of Sorghum Bicolor (Sorghum) in Balimba Canton, Moyen-Chari Province, Chad", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1684-1690, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26320233003, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26320233003