M.Phil Post – Harvest Technology

  • Rationale

     Although agriculture plays an extremely vital role in the economy of Ghana, it suffers several problems related to post-harvest losses. It has been estimated that about 35% of the food produced in Ghana is lost after harvest. There is therefore the need to train personnel who will be able to integrate multidisciplinary knowledge in science, agriculture and engineering to help in the management of post harvest processes and equipment.

    Goal and Objectives

    The programme aims at equipping the student with the methods of handling, processing and storage of agricultural produce as well as structures and equipment employed in the handling, processing and strorage of such produce. It also prepares the candidate in agro-waste management techniques.

    Admission Requirements :

    Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil. in Post-Harvest Technology must have obtained a good bachelor degree at least Second Class Lower Division or better from a recognised institution or Cumulative Grade Point (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 1 - 4 scale or its equivalence in agriculture or related field. Considerable working experience preferably in Agriculture is desirable but not required. A considerable working experience will be an advantage but not a prerequisite. Candidates for M.Phil Post-Harvest Technology must possess a good first degree in agriculture  with a significant amount of engineering to be admitted into the programme.