Technological transitions: technical upgrading of indigenous food technologies in Africa
Abstract
This paper highlights the importance of food processing and preservation as an essential component of national strategic plans for food security. Features of indigenous technologies are discussed. Experiences in upgrading indigenous technologies for food processing in Africa as well as examples of current best practices are given.
Citation
“United Nations. Economic and Social Council; United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Food Security and Sustainable Development Division (2000-08). Technological transitions: technical upgrading of indigenous food technologies in Africa. UN. ECA Meeting of the Advisory Board on Science and Technology. (3rd : 2-4 October 2000: Addis Ababa).. Addis Ababa:. © UN. ECA ,. http://hdl.handle.net/10855/4068”Collections
- Agriculture [3020]
- Food Security [831]
- Industrialization [3349]
- Land Policy [531]
- Science and Technology [1337]
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