Rice post-harvest losses are high in developing countries (14-16%).
Suitable technologies are required to reduce postharvest losses following a survey in situ.
Storage is a critical operation for rice, representing between 4 and 6 percent of total post-harvest losses.
The small silo technology is a feasible and valuable alternative highly recommended by FAO for small and medium rice farmers to prevent food losses.
The impact of this technology causes a positive socioeconomic and critical mass effect in agricultural communities.
FAO has positive experience in the transfer of the silo technology through the Training for Trainer programme.
The drying operation is considered critical d