Effects of Different Packaging Methods on the Shelf Life of Cashew Nuts and Kernels
Olagbaju A. R.,
Afolayan S. S .,
Aina J. A.
et al.
Abstract:Cashew, Anacadium occidentale is a nut crop considered essential simply because it provides food and employment to millions of people in developing nations. It is cultivated mainly for its nut; a very important export commodity. Dried cashew nuts and kernels that are improperly packaged and stored are prone to spoilage and rejections both in local and export markets. This study was conducted to assess the effects of different packaging methods on the quality of cashew nuts and kernel. Two hundred (200) kg of c… Show more
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