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Focuses on the processing of four cereals - maize (or corn), rice, sorghum and wheat. A useful guide for those intending to set up a cereal-processing enterprise. Topics include harvesting, threshing, storage, milling, hulling, baking and fermenting.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853391360ISBN-13: 9781853391361Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

This book outlines traditional methods of processing milk to produce cheese, butter, yoghurt and other milk products, and how hygiene and quality control can be improved. It avoids introducing completely new products or processes, but suggests low-cost modifications to traditional methods which can be...

This book is an introduction to the principles of drying and gives an indication of the range of technologies available, along with case studies examining the use of improved drier designs.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853393088ISBN-13: 9781853393082Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1995Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.40h x...

This source book describes the traditional methods of fish processing and then looks at new and improved techniques which in most cases can be constructed locally. Types of processing covered include drying, salting, smoking and fermenting.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853391379ISBN-13: 9781853391378Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1993Pages:...

Offers guidance on the selection of appropriate equipment for small businesses, with case studies and technical information about each type of machine. For field workers training for food processing projects, and their trainers, and the non-specialist.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853391344ISBN-13: 9781853391347Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1993Pages:...

Case studies from around the world examine the introduction of improved packaging technology, and there are useful lists of manufacturers and organizations which can help small businesses.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853393347ISBN-13: 9781853393341Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1996Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 9.40h x 6.70w x 0.20d

Covers the most common processing techniques for the major root crops including potato, cassava, sweet potato, yam and other edible aroid crops. Includes sections on basic food science principles, small-scale processing methods and case studies.Author: UnifemISBN-10: 1853391387ISBN-13: 9781853391385Publisher: Intermediate Technology PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/1993Pages: 64Format:...

This book focuses on the storage of staple commodities such as grains and root crops, it also covers other major food groups such as oils, fish, fruit and vegetables. Useful reading for volunteers training for food processing projects, trainers, and non-specialists already involved in...

This book highlights the broad range of expertise that exists in rural areas. The book first gives a brief account of women's indigenous technical knowledge, and its extent. It goes on to explore women's role in the innovation process and how technical innovation has...