Of Millet, Mice and Men: Traditional and Invisible Technology Solutions to Post-Harvest Losses in Mali

Official marketing practices significantly hinder millet production in the Dogon region of Mali, contributing to post-harvest losses of 20-40%. A buffer-stock scheme supporting a parallel market could more effectively stimulate production and stabilize prices than the current system. The study highlights traditional and 'invisible' technological solutions employed by the Dogons to mitigate these losses, offering insights into sustainable agricultural practices in the Sahelian zone.

Guggenheim, H. (2019). Of Millet, Mice and Men: Traditional and Invisible Technology Solutions to Post-Harvest Losses in Mali. World Food, Pest Losses, and the Environment, 109–162. https://doi.org/10.1201/9780429268076-7