Many Kenyan households deal with spoilage, pests and contamination partly due to inadequate food storage.Ziplock / resealable bags are increasingly used, but how safe are they, what best practices should consumers know?

Introduction The explosion in single-use plastics and thin carrier bags has caused visible environmental problems in Kenya and the wider region (clogged drains, litter, pollution). The EastAfrican+2NEMA+2 Ziplock / resealable bags occupy a grey area: reusable vs single use; beneficial vs harmful depending on quality and disposal. Plastic Bans & Alternatives in East Africa Overview […]

Introduction The journey of food — from farmer → processor → distributor → market stall → home — involves many packaging stages. Each comes with food safety, quality, and economic considerations. Post-Harvest Handling & Packaging Needs Grains, pulses, coffee beans, spices: need to be kept dry, free from pests, mould. Traditional packaging (sacks, woven bags) […]