Development Of A Solar Dryer For A Processed Locust Bean

 ABSTRACTDrying is the oldest method of preserving agricultural products and it is an energy intensive process. High prices ·and shortages of fossil fuels have increased the emphasis on using alternative renewable energy resources. Drying of agricultural products using renewable energy such as solar energy is environmental friendly and has little environmental impact. Development of solar drying has brought a techniques and equipment for fast drying of various agricultural product foods. Product dried in solar dryer are superior in quality (colour and flavour). Though the s…