To compare the drying performance of different types of solar dryers with a
conventional method of drying, viz.
OPEN FLOOR SUN DRYING
SOLAR CABINET DRYING GREENHOUSE TYPE SOLAR DRYING MECHANICAL HOT AIR DRYING FLUIDIZED BED (Mechanical) DRYING. 2. To compare qualities of dried wild Apricot. 3. To compare the cost economics of different drying methods applied for Wild Apricot. 4. To make a qualitative assessment of environmental and socioeconomic implications of solar energy systems.
Formulate value added products
Evaluate the acceptability of formulated fruit products Analyse the nutrient content Compare various packing material for the formulated fruit product Study the shelf life of formulated value added products Promote the developed fruit products through Capacity building programme to Self Help Group women and farmers for entrepreneurship.