Development of Enterprise in Solar Drying of Fruits and Vegetables for Employment Creation

project summary

Enterprise development in food processing with support from science base in food science and technology, nutrition and business management. Overall objective is to fill the knowledge gap on how to develop successful entrepreneurs in the food chain in developing countries. The methods used is that of action research. Small enterprise of solar drying of fruits and vegetables will be designed and a processing centre established. Short-term training in business management, food technology and food science will be undertaken. Training at PhD and MSc levels will be supported to improve capacity at SUA and AAU. The project will be managed by a Project Coordination Committee . Dissemination will be through articles in scientific journals, working papers, policy briefs, and participation in trade fairs