Journal of Renewable Energy
Energy storage technologies can also be used in microgrids for a variety of purposes, including supplying backup power along with balancing energy supply and demand . Various methods of energy storage, such as batteries, flywheels, supercapacitors, and pumped hydro energy storage, are the ultimate focus of this study.
Determinants of the adoption of rainwater harvesting
adoption of storage-based rainwater harvesting technologies in Kebri-Beyeha district of Somali region, eastern Ethiopia. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Description of the study area this study. The main purpose of this model was to analy The study was conducted in Kebri-Beyha district of Somali region of eastern Ethiopia.
Does access to improved grain storage technology increase
pacts of access to improved storage technologies, and more specifically of access to hermetic bags for maize storage in Ethiopia. The Ethiopian maize market is a compelling case to study storage and seasonality, as maize production is highly seasonal and price fluctuations are apparently exacerbated by poor storage technology.
Evaporative Cooling and Cool Storage Technologies for
Walk-in size charcoal cool room for small-scale cool storage in Semera, Ethiopia. Nutrient levels of fresh fruit and vegetables begin to decline gradually once harvested, due to their high water content (about 90%), contributing to deterioration and decay. The effective and affordable cooling and storage technologies have the potential to
Does access to improved grain storage technology increase
The Ethiopian maize market is a compelling case to study storage and seasonality, as maize production is highly seasonal and price fluctuations are apparently exacerbated by poor storage technology. Most farmers produce maize during one agricultural season per year, so they need to store their maize to bridge the lean season and protect them
Energy Storage Technologies; Recent Advances, Challenges
130 A. K. Worku et al. • Economy: Increase the economic value of wind energy and solar energy (Pearre and Swan 2015). • Work: Creates work in transportation, engineering, construction, financial, and manufacturing departments (Heymans et al. 2014). 7.3 Energy Storage Technologies In this section, a brief overview of chemical, electromagnetic, electrochemical,
Adoption and impacts of improved post-harvest technologies on
During the last decade, post-harvest losses (PHL) reduction has been topping the agenda of governments as a pathway for addressing food security, poverty, and nutrition challenges in Africa. Using survey data from 579 households, we investigated the factors that affect farmers'' decisions to adopt post-harvest technologies: mechanized shelling, drying
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Evaluation of the performance of maize storage facilities for
Traditional storage methods such as polypropylene bags, jute sacks and conventional gombisa facilities are commonly used in Ethiopia to store maize for extended periods, typically longer than eight months (Demissie et al., 2008; Tefera and Mendesil, 2020; Mesele et al., 2022). However, these traditional storage methods often result in significant
Evaluating different hermetic storage technologies to arrest mold
PICS, SGP and metal bins served as hermetic storage technologies, while PP bags and jute bags were considered as controls representing storages traditionally used by smallholder farmers in Ethiopia. Chickpea is an expensive cash crop in Ethiopia, thus, as a cost saving effort only 50 kg were used in 100 kg capacity bags.
Review on the Role of Improved Storage Technologies in Post
In Ethiopia also, post-harvest loss of perishable crops is 50% due to lack of appropriate post-harvest handling practice and improved storage technologies. Improved storage technologies in PHL reduction of perishable crops. The major problem which contributes for high post-harvest losses relates with poor storage. This is the most important
Monitoring Effective Use of Household Water Treatment and
Treatment and Safe Storage Technologies in Ethiopia and Ghana by Matthew M. Stevenson 1. Introduction Household water treatment and storage (HWTS) technologies dissemination is scaling-up to reach out to the almost 900 million people without access to improved water supply (JMP, 2008). Successful scale-up requires monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of
Monitoring Effective Use of Household Water Treatment and
Treatment and Safe Storage Technologies in Ethiopia and Ghana by Matthew M. Stevenson B.A. Chemistry Amherst College Submitted to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the
(PDF) Indigenous Grain Storage Practices of
Awareness creation about using improved grain storage technologies; like metal silo, PICS bags and modified traditional storage structure is required to minimise post-harvest loss. Tesfaye & Tirivayi [100] also observed that improved
Post-Harvest Insect Pests and Their Management Practices for
Additionally, the storage pests in Ethiopia under varied conditions caused storage losses of 9–64.5%, 13–95%, 36.9–51.9%, and 2–94.7% in maize, sorghum, chickpeas, and sesame, respectively. even though there are many storage technologies available for various grains, the choice of technology may depend on a variety of factors, such
Evaluating different hermetic storage technologies to arrest mold
Ethiopia. On-farm storage technologies play a major role in determining the quality of chickpea that is being used for seed as well as for 2.2. Chickpea consumption (Abass et al., 2018). Hermetic storage technologies are gaining popularity as safe alternative to chemicals (Williams et al., Chickpea seeds of a widely grown variety in Ethiopia
Comparing maize storage technologies for managing post
Contrasting maize storage technologies Data collected included local farmers'' storage technologies and stored maize grain insect pest management. The following storage technologies were used in the area: 1. Plastic container (hermetic storage technology). 2. PICS: triple-layer bags (hermetic storage technology). 3.
Evaluation of different grain storage technologies against storage
Even if these hermetic storage technologies were developed and deployed to developing countries including Ethiopia (Dowell, F and Dowell, C, 2017; Tefera et al., 201), the technologies never get implemented by smallholder farmers as they still rely on conventional storage practices.
Farmers'' willingness to pay for metal silo cereal storage technology
Furthermore, 2% of cereals were wasted due to post-harvest losses in Ethiopia [10].The average magnitude of postharvest loss also ranges from 15.5 to 27.2% for major grain crops and 23% for all crops in Ethiopia [17] general, quality storage technology is crucial in the food supply chain and it can reduce grain postharvest losses).
(PDF) Indigenous Grain Storage Practices of Ethiopian Farmers
Awareness creation about using improved grain storage technologies; like metal silo, PICS bags and modified traditional storage structure is required to minimise post-harvest loss. Tesfaye & Tirivayi [100] also observed that improved storage technologies in Ethiopia could enhance food and nutritional security in the country.
Impact of Storage Technologies and Duration on Insect Pest
Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is the most important winter season food legumes in Ethiopia. Despite being a major producer and consumer of chickpeas, Ethiopia experiences lower yields due to biotic and abiotic stresses, particularly insect pest infestations during storage. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of different storage technologies and durations on the
Effect of storage duration and storage technologies on pest
The interaction between storage technology and storage duration had a significant impact on the seed dockage and seed bulk density in sesame seeds, as evidenced 1998).The typical grain losses in Ethiopia resulting from storage insect pests are estimated to be between 10% and 30%; in exceptional situations, they may even exceed 50%
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Post-Harvest Insect Management Practices in Ethiopia
According to a comparison study of various storage structures, most farmers preferred to keep their cereals in bags within their homes (46%) and traditional "gotera" (39%) rather than use more modern storage such as metal silos (1%); this could be attributed to their lower cost and ease of access (Table 3) Eastern Ethiopia, Harar, or cone-shaped subterranean pits with an average
Does access to improved grain storage technology increase
Improved storage technologies, in particular hermetic bags, offer new possibilities allowing farmers to store longer, as the risk of storage losses is removed, and without the use of
Impact of Farmers'' Storage Practices and Storage Hygiene on
Similarly, Tesfaye and Tirivayi (2018) recently observed that improved storage technologies in Ethiopia can enhance the country''s food and nutritional security. 42 Food Science and Quality Management ISSN 2224-6088 (Paper) ISSN 2225-0557 (Online) Vol.93, 2020 Despite the considerable damaged caused by storage pests, little
Advanced Energy Storage Technologies for Sustainable Energy
Despite the rapid progress in energy storage technologies, several challenges remain that hinder their widespread adoption and integration into existing energy infrastructure. One key challenge is the cost-effectiveness and scalability of energy storage systems, particularly for grid-scale applications. Additionally, issues related to the
Farmers'' Grain Storage and Losses in Ethiopia
We study farmers'' storage decisions and self-reported storage losses for grains based on two large-scale household surveys conducted in major agricultural areas in Ethiopia. We show that a relatively large share of grain production is stored by farm households for own consumption and that storage technologies are rudimentary.
6 FAQs about [Ethiopia storage technologies]
What storage tools do Ethiopian farmers use?
In Ethiopia, the most common traditional storage tools used by smallholder farmers are gotera, gumbi, polypropylene and jute bags, and underground pitting. Gotera is an outside grain storage bin made of mud or trash-plastered basketwork covered with thatched roofing and raised off the ground with stones or a wooden platform [10 ].
Are Ethiopian farmers more willing to adopt metal silo cereal storage technology?
The mean willingness to pay of households in open-ended and double-bounded methods was 4157 Ethiopian birr and 5147 Ethiopian Birr (ETB), respectively. In general, the result of the study revealed that farmers were more willing to adopt metal silo cereal storage technology due to its high-storage quality.
How to reduce post-harvest loss of perishable crops in Ethiopia?
In Ethiopia also, postharvest loss of perishable crops is 50% due to lack of appropriate post-harvest handling practice and inappropriate storage technologies. In order to reduce post-harvest loss of perishable crops and enhance food and nutrition security, the of roles of low cost and improved storage technologies is great.
How many perishable crops are lost in the supply chain in Ethiopia?
According to most of research and review shows, approximates 40-50% perishable crops loss in the supply chain at globally level. In Ethiopia also, postharvest loss of perishable crops is 50% due to lack of appropriate post-harvest handling practice and inappropriate storage technologies.
Does Ethiopia need food security?
Access to adequate food is limited in currently at world level especially in Ethiopia. Therefore, has a need to grant food security by increasing perishable crops production and reducing PHL from harvest to consumption especially during storage.
Can improved storage technology reduce post harvest losses of perishable crops?
Therefore, reducing Post harvest losses (PHL) of perishable crops, especially fruits and vegetables, by using improved storage technology is a complementary measure to increase food and nutrition security (Mustapha and Yahaya 2006) . 2.5.1.