resources to improve food preparation, written by David E. Whitfield V, Director -
Sobre la Roca, Bolivia. Here is the abstract:
In many countries of the world, the use of solar thermal systems in the agricultural area to conserve vegetables, fruits, coffee and other crops has shown to be practical, economical and the responsible approach environmentally. Solar heating systems to dry food and other crops can improve the quality of the product, while reducing wasted produce and traditional fuels - thus improving the quality of life, however the availability of good information is lacking in many of the countries where solar food processing systems are most needed. This work presents the performance of several individual, medium and large-scale food processing systems, which incorporate solar drying. Demonstrated achievements through individual medium and large scale commercial applications will be studied, emphasizing technology transfer in rural areas. Works studied are catalogued with summaries, and use of the Internet is featured as a medium to facilitate the availability of this information
The full paper can be found at : http://www.solarcooking.org/drying/Whitfield-drying1.htm
