About 40% of perishable fresh produce produced in India goes waste. A nation-wide study was conducted by CIPHET. The results were that nearly 4.65-5.99% of cereals are wasted, and nearly 4.58-15.88% of fruits and vegetables are wasted. Among pulses, the losses increased from an earlier estimate...
The food processing industry is one of the most versatile industry worldwide. It goes through a series of trends every few years which ranges from different flavours, different types of foods, launch of ‘newly discovered’ foods, new food habits and increasing levels of consumer awareness....
There are various types of drying for removing moisture from food. They are sun drying, hot air drying, solar drying and freeze drying. Freeze drying, also known as lyophilization, is a process that removes the moisture from food, preserving it for a longer shelf life...
Fruits and vegetables are harvested throughout India during different times of the year. India has a varied climate which helps in growing a plethora of fruits in various terrains. Summers are for mangoes while winters are for strawberries and apples and monsoons, for sapotas. Fruits...
Diwali, the festival of lights, is the biggest festival celebrated across India and probably one of the biggest festival in the world. It celebrates the homecoming of Lord Ram, the prince of Ayodhya, after 14 long years in exile. Diwali these days is associated with...
A cold storage is an essential commodity for almost anyone dealing in the food processing industry. Cold storages maintain controlled climatic conditions with temperature and humidity being the major parameters and with these, help extend the shelf life of various fresh and processed food products....
Introduction The frozen food industry in India has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades. What was once a niche market primarily offering frozen vegetables and basic convenience foods has now evolved into a thriving sector that caters to the diverse culinary preferences and...
Introduction In a world where sustainability and health-conscious choices are gaining prominence, organic farming has emerged as a beacon of environmentally friendly and wholesome agricultural practices. Rooted in the principles of ecological balance and natural harmony, organic farming offers a plethora of benefits that extend beyond...
Introduction Mushroom farming is a fascinating and rewarding form of agriculture that has been gaining popularity in recent years. With its low start-up costs and high profit potential, mushroom farming can be a great option for anyone looking to start a small-scale farming operation. In this...
Material Flow Cost Accounting (MFCA) is a management tool that helps organizations to identify, quantify and reduce the material losses in their production processes. In the food processing industry, MFCA can be used to exactly identify and reduce waste and losses of raw materials, energy, and water. This can result...
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