Product Description: “This book is a valuable addition to the relatively limited information available on the subject.” – International Agricultural Development on the first editionFood processing is a valuable way of preserving food to increase food security, minimize waste and generate extra income...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Training in food processing can open up opportunities for individuals who lack business experience, by providing training in costing and marketing a new product. This book offers a blueprint for such comprehensive training.It first explains the importance of needs assessment, course preparation, monitoring and follow up, and the value of practical work and opportunities for trainees to discuss their ideas and discoveries...read more

Product Description: This book provides full information on regionally specific traditional foods, with in-depth technical detail on the processing and preservation of these foods and many useful illustrations. Locally produced food, plentiful at certain times but scarce at others, must be processed to prolong its "shelf-life," but processing also brings the benefit of a more varied and interesting diet...read more