This manual is a publication of Agromisa and covers the preservation of fruit and vegetables. It is available as a free pdf for online download and in print at a cost of 8.49 Euro from Agromisa.
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- detailed background information is presented on spoilage and how various preservation methods operate
- practical information on fruit and vegetable preparation for preservation is provided
- heating, drying, pickling, salting and jam making are covered with practical and applicable information
- while equipment designs are not provided illustrations provide enough detail to allow a mechanically minded person to construct equipment
- some information is also provided on setting up an enterprises based on the technology described
- practical details (temp, dryer loading, losses, moisture & dryness test) are provided for a range of products
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