IIT Kanpur Develops Solar Dehydration Technology to Boost Farmers' Income
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Technology Developed | Solar Dehydration Technology by IIT Kanpur. |
| Objective | To increase farmers' income and reduce crop wastage by enabling long-term preservation of fruits and vegetables using solar energy. |
| Benefits | Eco-friendly, energy-efficient, reduces reliance on conventional energy sources, and conserves natural resources. |
| Training Programs | 30 farmers trained in solar dehydration technology; live demonstration of pre-treatment and solar drying of tomatoes provided. |
| Collaboration | NABARD and CSJM University's Food Processing Department developed SOPs and quality protocols for this technology. |
| About NABARD | Apex bank for agriculture and rural development; established on July 12, 1982, based on the Sivaraman Committee recommendations; focuses on credit flow for rural and agricultural development initiatives. |