Sustainable Solutions for Post-Harvest Preservation
Harness the power of solar energy to preserve agricultural produce, reduce losses, and build food security for smallholder farmers across Cameroon.
The Challenge of Post-Harvest Loss
The Scale of the Problem
Post-harvest loss is a critical challenge in sub-Saharan Africa. The FAO estimates that 37% of food produced in the region is lost between production and consumption. In Cameroon specifically, farmers lose 25% of their agricultural produce after harvest.
This represents not just economic loss, but a fundamental threat to food security and farmer livelihoods.
Food lost in sub-Saharan Africa
Agricultural produce lost in Cameroon
Food produced by smallholder farms
Traditional Sun Drying
Weather-dependent, unreliable, and vulnerable to contamination from dust, insects, and microbes.
Labor Intensive
Traditional ovens require substantial wood and effort, making them time-consuming and environmentally damaging.
Health Risks
Improper drying contributes to aflatoxin growth, posing serious health risks including liver damage and cancer.
Our Solution: Solar-Powered Dehydrators
We address the long-standing challenge of post-harvest losses by providing affordable, sustainable drying technology to smallholder farms. Our solar-powered crop dehydrators utilize renewable energy to efficiently preserve agricultural products.
This is a global food security imperative—smallholder farms produce over 80% of food in Asia and Africa. Their losses directly impact health, nutrition, and economic resilience.
Sustainable renewable energy technology
Affordable financing options available
Comprehensive training and support
Solar-Powered Dryer Visualization
How It Works
Solar Collection
Solar panels capture sunlight and convert it to heat energy for the drying chamber.
Heat Transfer
Heated air circulates within the drying chamber with fans ensuring even airflow and consistent drying.
Moisture Removal
Warm air passes over crops, evaporating moisture and reducing water content to prevent spoilage.
Thermal Insulation
Insulation maintains optimal temperatures and prevents heat loss for efficient year-round operation.
Benefits of Solar-Powered Dehydrators
Preserve More Produce
Reduce post-harvest losses by 30-40% compared to traditional methods, allowing farmers to retain more of their harvest.
Superior Quality
Controlled drying maintains essential nutrients, flavor, and color, resulting in higher-quality products that command better market prices.
Environmental Impact
Utilize renewable solar energy to decrease reliance on fossil fuels, reducing carbon footprint and environmental damage.
Cost Savings
Eliminate expensive fuel costs and reduce labor requirements, freeing farmers to focus on other critical agricultural tasks.
Year-Round Operation
Thermal insulation and future biomass systems enable consistent drying even during cooler and rainy seasons.
Food Security
Contribute to global food security by enabling smallholder farms to preserve and distribute more nutritious food.
Our Products
Pure Solar Dryer
Our flagship solar dryers tap the sun's energy for efficient drying of a wide variety of farm products including cocoa, coffee, vegetables, grains, and fruits. Available in different sizes tailored to your specific needs.
- ✓Ideal for regions with ample sunlight
- ✓Customizable sizing options
- ✓Food-grade materials
Removable Dehydration Trays
Customizable, detachable dehydration trays crafted from high-quality stainless steel. These trays serve as a convenient means to transport freshly harvested produce to the drying area.
- ✓Food-grade stainless steel
- ✓Easy to clean and maintain
- ✓Customizable to your needs
Affordable Financing Available
We offer a Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) model to make solar drying technology accessible to all farmers, regardless of upfront capital constraints.
Comprehensive Training & Support
We believe that technology adoption requires more than just equipment. Our comprehensive training program ensures farmers have the knowledge and support to maximize the benefits of solar dehydrators.
Sustainable Practices: Education on eco-friendly farming methods
Hands-On Workshops: Practical sessions on using solar dehydrators
Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced agricultural professionals
Community Support: Build a network with fellow farmers for shared growth
Training & Community Support
Future Prospects
Biogas/Biomass Heating Systems
We're designing biomass/biogas-fired heating systems tailored for solar dryers. These innovative systems will utilize repurposed agricultural waste to produce biomass briquettes and biogas, subsequently employed in heating air via an efficient heat exchange mechanism.
This ensures a consistent heat source for dehydration even during chilly, rainy seasons or nocturnal hours, guaranteeing uninterrupted year-round operations.
Hybrid Solar Dryer
Our next-generation hybrid dryer represents a powerful solution for year-round dehydration requirements. It incorporates solar panels, wind energy, biomass heating systems, and a digital temperature controller to accelerate the drying process.
The integrated heating system enables controlled drying even during colder and rainy seasons, providing maximum flexibility and reliability.
These innovations represent our commitment to continuous improvement and ensuring that farmers have access to the most advanced, reliable, and sustainable drying solutions available.
Ready to Transform Your Farm?
Join the growing community of farmers using solar-powered dehydrators to preserve their harvest, improve food security, and build sustainable livelihoods.
Farmers Supported
Losses Reduced
Renewable Energy