Postharvest & Agroprocessing Research
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@AndPostharvest
Reducing postharvest losses, stabilising fresh commodities and transforming agro-waste into valuable resources. That's PARC's mission. Follow us for updates
Honoured to announce that I have been awarded the SARChI Chair. This role will empower me to continue to mentor the next generation of scientists, and contribute to sustainable food security solutions. Excited for what lies ahead!
With 282 million undernourished in Africa, can the continent with 60% of the world's uncultivated land become a global food hub? Explore how postharvest tech, agroprocessing, and innovation can revolutionize Africa's food security. 25 March at OAU, Nigeria. #Food #Africa
Happy to announce that I have received the Research Excellence Award from @UJScience! A huge shoutout to my incredible students and colleagues for their dedication & teamwork in advancing postharvest research. Here's to more innovation & success! @go2uj @AndPostharvest @NRF_News
Our researchers @AndPostharvest had a great experience and won awards at the PG & PDRF Annual Research Conference @go2uj Mr Mawande Shinga (PhD) - 2nd Best Oral Presentation; Mr Tshiamo Leta (MSc) - 3rd Best Oral Presentation and Ms. Tshamisane Mkhari (MSc) - Impressive Poster!
1/ 🎓Today is monumental! We celebrate Dr. Kwanele Nxumalo, the 1st PhD graduate from @AndPostharvest in the @UJBotany at the University of Johannesburg. His journey exemplifies ambition, mentorship, and innovation. #PhD #Graduation #Agroprocessing His journey started in 2020
Our students @AndPostharvest @UJBotany at @go2uj shined at the 4th AAPHCE, hosted by the African Union Commission! Sbulelo: Joint 1st Best Oral Presentation Zobabalo: Joint 2nd Best Oral Presentation Priscilla: Best Poster Presentation Each received a cert. & a cash award.
The diverse stakeholders present signify the collective effort needed for transformative agriculture in Africa. I'm optimistic for sustainable advancements through partnerships & actionable strategies. #AAPHCE2023 #SustainableAgriculture #partnerships @AndPostharvest
In the world of #food and nutrition security, postharvest loss reduction, and intra-African food trade, all roads lead to the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the 4th All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition this week. @AndPostharvest #foodsecurity 1/4
I had an incredible day at the Innovation Hub in Pretoria, with the esteemed MEC, Ms. Hlophe, & the HoD of GDARDE, Ms. Gasela. We conducted a walkabout at Dembe Holdings & discussed the critical role @AndPostharvest can play in improving product quality & safety @go2uj @NRF_News
