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A cold storage facility or unit is a specialized facility or unit that is primarily utilized for the purpose of preserving temperature-sensitive, consumable goods in order to extend the shelf life of these products and prevent any degradation or contamination from occurring. The destruction of products with a limited shelf life as a result of improper storage conditions results in significant losses in both the inventory and the profitability of the business. In addition to this, there is a potential threat to the health of your customers. As a result, the focus should be on locating cold storage solutions that are both cost-effective and energy-efficient, taking into account the type of product and the temperature range that is suitable for its long-term storage.
As they are growing in food-related sector, so it was severely needed to establish cold storage as it stores food that is perishable at low temperatures to ensure hygiene and enhance longevity. Feeling the necessity of establishing cold storage, Nabil Group also built Nabil Cold Storage in 2014. They expanded their cold storage facility by establishing two more cold storage units named Jamuna Cold Storage and Reza Cold Storage in 2024.
Hence, Nabil Group’s three advanced cold storage facilities—Nabil Cold Storage, Jamuna Cold Storage, and Reza Cold Storage—are essential for the preservation of seasonal crops. The three cold storage facilities situated in the Rajshahi region considerably enhance the storage of various seasonal crops, including potatoes, thereby benefiting both farmers and traders. Elucidating the details of three cold storage
Nabil Cold Storage, situated in Nabil Industrial Park in Paba Upazila of Rajshahi, is a principal cold storage facility of Nabil Group. Each potato season, 155,000 bags of potatoes are stored here, where the products are preserved for an extended period through precise temperature regulation. Temperature regulation inhibits the decomposition of the product and retains the nutritional integrity and flavor of the potato, so sustaining its quality during transport to local and international markets.
Nabil Group's new cold storage facility, Jamuna Cold Storage, was constructed in 2024 near Baragachi, Rajshahi
This advanced cold storage facility can accommodate 340,000 sacks of potatoes, making it one of the largest in the region. Jamuna Cold Storage, with its extensive storage capacity, significantly assists local farmers by allowing them to securely store their produce post-harvest and sell it at elevated prices when market demand rises.
Another significant storage facility owned and operated by Nabil Group is Reza Cold Storage, which can be found in the Shah Makhdoom neighborhood of Rajshahi. This cold storage facility has the capacity to store 150,000 sacks of potatoes, which represents a significant contribution to the preservation of harvests for the farmers and merchants in the surrounding area. In addition, Reza Cold Storage significantly contributes to the preservation of items and the timely delivery of such products to the market, both of which contribute to the further strengthening of economic operations.
Cold storage is essential in the agricultural sector. Controlling the temperature allows for the breakdown process of food goods to be slowed down, which allows for the products to maintain their freshness and nutritional value for an extended period of time. Each season brings about an increase in crop output, but the demand for the product stays relatively the same throughout the year. It is possible to preserve seasonal crops in cold storage and supply them throughout the year in order to satisfy this consumption need. By doing this, farmers are able to sell their products at times that are convenient for them throughout the year, rather than simply selling during the season, which is financially beneficial for them. On the other side, the supply of commodities in the market continues to be maintained, which means that prices continue to be steady and that the general public is able to readily purchase these things. Therefore, cold storage is very beneficial for farmers. Nabil group has been doing this for the benefit of farmers in our society. Along with that, there are numerous benefits of cold storage, such as
- Longevity and Preservation of Crops: The cold storage environment, which is controlled by temperature, maintains the freshness of products for a longer period of time, particularly potatoes, fruits, vegetables, meat, and other products that are sensitive to temperature.
- Maintaining supply chain: By storing the harvest throughout the season, the market can be supplied according to the demand. This ensures that there is no lack of products in the market and that the price remains consistent. Controlling the supply in the market is an important aspect of the market.
- The benefit of farmers: Farmers are able to market their produce whenever they want and sell it at greater prices in accordance with the demand of the market, which results in an increase in the revenue of farmers. By doing so, they are able to boost their income and make the most of the product’s pricing.
- Prevent the waste of crops: In order to prevent the waste of surplus crops, it is possible to preserve them in cold storage at the end of the season rather of throwing them away. This helps to limit the amount of food that is lost and ensures that there is sufficient food supply.
Technology that allows for cold storage has completely transformed the agricultural and food industries. In the past, when the harvest season was finished, the surplus of agricultural output was thrown away, and it became impossible to satisfy the need of the market. On the other hand, these difficulties can be overcome by utilizing cold storage. It makes a significant contribution not only to the preservation of crops but also to the stability of the market, the revenue of farmers, and the production of food. In this manner, the Nabil Group has been working towards the realization of its ideal, with the objective of making a positive impact on the economy of the surrounding region. The company’s key concerns are quality, innovation, and sustainability. Nabil Group rose to prominence as a prominent business conglomerate in Bangladesh as a result of this methodical and planned expansion.
Zawadul Karim