Although climate change has brought about a lot of catastrophes such as floods, heat waves, let alone an unprecedented drought, Southern Africa is preparing for a harvest period. Despite the expected low harvest in the region, farmers, especially the subsistent ones, should guard against post- harvest loses, that come during this period.

We speak to experts and Dr. Tobias Takavarasha, FAO’s Country Representative in South Africa on how food security has been affected by post-harvest loses.