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Problems of Traditional Underground Grain Storage Pits In Agropastoral Villages in Gabiley Region, Somaliland

Mustafe Abdulkadir Abdurahman

The aim of this study was to identify the problems and challenges associated with traditional underground pits in Gabiley region and to propose or identify ways to mitigating those problems. Focus Group discussion, and farmer interviews in eleven villages under Gabiley region, along with site visits (observations) were used to collect relevant information on traditional underground pits. All Focus Groups in the surveyed villages stressed that they continue to use traditional underground pits because of necessity and lack of affordable alternative storage tools. Sorghum grain loss estimates with an overall mean of 15% grain loss over the eleven surveyed villages. Survey indicated that sorghum grain could be stored in traditional underground pits for 18 months on average, if the pit was kept undisturbed. The frequent openings of pit caused reduction of storage period of the crop. The study found out that traditional underground pits are not suitable for proper and safe grain storage. It is recommended that farmers be supported with acquisition of metal silos with one to two-ton capacities, as a better alternative to traditional underground pits. Farmers should be trained on proper management and handling of grain to reduce losses and enhance food security and household income.