Comprehensive review of each step in the value chain for mango cultivation, from breeding new varieties to post-harvest storageCoverage of advances in mango genetics and understanding genetic diversityStrong focus on understanding and preventing post-harvest losses

This collection features five peer-reviewed literature reviews on life cycle assessment (LCA) of crops.The first chapter discusses the application of LCA to agricultural systems and highlights key issues associated with its implementation, including delimitation of systems boundaries, defining the functional unit, handling coproduction, and the choosing of impact assessment methods.The second chapter explores the concepts of LCA and the coffee value chain. ...

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is the internationally recognized method to assess the environmental impacts of products and services. This operational guide provides best practice recommendations for LCA practitioners to carry out LCA studies on agri-food systems in developing and emerging contexts.