This deliverable is a discussion of the food loss or waste and food safety challenges and gaps in
postharvest handling practices and technologies, as well as a review of the current
technologies used in the fruits & vegetables, fish & poultry supply chains of the Food Systems
Labs within the framework of HFA project. The report has also discussed the food loss
assessment methodology and recommended one for use in the FSLs. On the food safety front,
the report defines food safety and also highlights health, trade and economic impacts of food
safety challenges. In addition, the report identifies some food safety challenges and gaps in the
FSLs based on literature and limited information from key informants.

Discussion paper on current food safety gaps, food losses and improvement options (D4.1) (5.35 KB), Published on: August 1st, 2023, Deliverables