Kwa ufupi:
Fruits are an important crop in Eastern and Central Africa, just as they are the world over. They are source of essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibers and carbohydrates which our bodies needs them crucially. These nutrients improve the quality of human diet and protect us from chronic diseases. Fruits, however are highly perishable leading to drastic nutritional and economic losses. This meas during off season, household faces shortage of fruits and vegetables due to the lack of knowledge on how to preserve and process them for year-round consumption. These challenges spurred ASARECA to invest in research and development of fresh produce technology to add onto their value to increase incomes.
