Tamarind: Analysing Supply Chain in Anantapur District, India
P.Deepthi *
Dr. YSRHU, India.
B. Srinivasulu
Dr. YSRHU, India.
Vimala bathineni
Dr. YSRHU, India.
Shaik Taher Ibrahim
Dr. YSRHU, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Tamarind is a vital crop with economic and nutritional significance. However, significant post-harvest losses occur due to inefficient handling, transportation, and storage affecting food security and farmers' economic stability. This study aims to estimate Post Harvest Losses in tamarind at different market levels - farm, wholesale, and retail—through a structured sampling approach.and identify key areas for improvement. The study was conducted in Anantapur district, covering multiple villages, wholesale markets, and retail outlets. The findings reveal significant losses, particularly at the farm level totaling 1,897.6 kg, which accounts for 27.9% of total production., necessitating interventions for loss reduction.
Keywords: Post-harvest losses, tamarind, supply chain, Anantapur, agricultural losses