Solar Drying for Value Addition and to Minimize Post-harvest Losses
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Authors
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M O Ofor
Department of Crop Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri
P,M.B. 1526, Imo State, Nigeria
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M I Nwufo
Department of Crop Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri
P,M.B. 1526, Imo State, Nigeria
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I I Ibeawuchi
Department of Crop Science and Technology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri
P,M.B. 1526, Imo State, Nigeria
Abstract
Agriculture p~od~cehave b,eentraditionally dried in the open sun for their consumption ~unng off-season. ~rymg IS,eSS,entIal,to prevent spoilage due to micro-organisms. Drying I~ the ~pen results m contammatIon WIth dust and after discoloration of the produce. Natural CIrculatIon solar dryers have been effectively used to dehydrate the farm produce. Some case stud~e~ vegetables, spices, condiments and fruit are discussed. The solar drying for value addItIon and proper packaging of the dried l'roducts to enhance shelflife are highlighted. Key words: Solar drying, solar dryers, processing for drying, nutritional value of dried products, packaging:Downloads
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Submitted
05-12-2016
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05-12-2016
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Ofor, M. O., Nwufo, M. I., & Ibeawuchi, I. I. (2016). Solar Drying for Value Addition and to Minimize Post-harvest Losses. Annals of Arid Zone, 49(3 & 4). https://doi.org/10.56093/aaz.v49i3 & 4.64153
