Abstract

Healthy seeds are prerequisite for the good yield. Post-harvest management of vegetable seeds is crucial to
ensure high-quality seeds for future planting. Proper handling after harvest preserves seed viability, vigor, and
reduces the chances of contamination and deterioration of seeds. A number of biological and non-biological
processes (improper moisture content, fluctuating temperature, faulty packaging) cause significant losses of
seeds during storage. The quality of seeds can be maintained by using careful postharvest handling techniques.
The major challenges of post-harvest management of vegetable seeds are inadequate infrastructure and limited
access to technology. The ultimate goal of post-harvest management of vegetable seeds is to produce quality
seed that meets both national and international standard to fulfill the requirement of the end user and seed
related industry. This paper discusses and highlights post-harvest practices and approaches for vegetable seeds
at both national and international levels, providing insights that may benefit stakeholders in the country's seed
sector.
Keywords: Handling, Moisture, Post-Harvest, Quality, Storage, Vegetable Seeds