Food Processing of Horticultural Crops
- Food processing is essential for food and nutrition security by increasing shelf life and reducing losses, especially for perishable commodities like fruits and vegetables.
- India is the sixth largest food and grocery market globally, with the food processing industry contributing 32% to this market.
- Food processing transforms raw food into consumable or more durable forms, ensuring safety, enhancing taste, and preserving nutrients.
- India is the second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables, contributing 11.7% and 17.8% to global production, respectively.
- India recorded horticultural production of 355.48 million tonnes in 2022-23.
- Post-harvest losses in India are significant due to short shelf life and poor handling.
- Studies show that ....
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