Table 12 Proportion of value chain actors stating reasons for loss of tomato (%)
From: Characterization of pre- and postharvest losses of tomato supply chain in Ethiopia
Reason | Producers (NÂ =Â 44) | Wholesaler (NÂ =Â 29) | Retailer (NÂ =Â 22) |
|---|---|---|---|
Unfavorable weather condition | 9.1 | 20.6 | 13.6 |
Disease and pests | 61.4 | 20.7 | 22.7 |
Damage during harvest | 54.5 | 30 | 22.7 |
Delay of harvesting | 11.4 | Â | Â |
Damage during transport | 13.6 | 48.3 | 18.2 |
Lack of market | 11.4 | 20.7 | 27.3 |
Damage during packing | 2.3 | 10.3 | 9.1 |