Post-Harvest and Supply Chain Management for Food Security in Poultry Supply Chain

Abstract

Food security relies on effective postharvest management and Supply Chain Management (SCM) practices that ensure food quality and safety from farm to table. This review focuses on the critical roles of post-harvest management, food loss, surplus food and SCM in ensuring food security, particularly in the poultry sector and staple crop production (soya and corn) which is essential in poultry value chain. Food waste is a pressing global issue that affects both human well-being and the environment. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of all food produced for human consumption is wasted each year. This wastage occurs at various stages of the supply chain, from production and distribution to consumption. There is another area where surplus food is also an issue. Surplus food is the food which is edible food that remains unsold or unused. Supermarkets, restaurants, and households often discard surplus food due to aesthetic imperfections, overstocking, or expiration dates. However, this surplus can be a valuable resource if managed effectively.