Documentation of post-harvest methods and value addition of different NTFPs in Dhamtari forest area

Abstract

Study entitled “Documentation of Post harvest methods and value addition of Different NTFPs in Dhamtari Forest Area.” The study was carried out in three study sites Dugli, Nagri and Sihawa range Dhamtari, district of Chhattisgarh. The study reveals that the total 41 plants were documented belongs to 16 Tree, 5 Shrubs, 7 herbs, 4 Grasses, 7 Climbers and 2 Bio – products species. People used processing technique and produce value added product like preserve, candy, jam, RTS, nectar squash, powder by Aegle marmelos, Herbal Oil, Nutraceutical Ingredients, Fruits Powder, and Vegetable Powder by Bauhinia variegate, Jams, jellies, tarts, chutneys, beverages (nectar, squash and syrup) Pickle and candy by Emblica officinalis, Jellies, chutneys, beverages (nectar, squash and syrup) Pickle and candy by Tamarindus indica, Aamchur, juices, nectars, concentrates, jams, jelly powders, flakes dried fruits pickle, candy by Mangifera indica. This product used by local people for its own purpose and they supplies market for money earning.