Commercial products of aonla fruits, increasing the value addition

Abstract

Present time need to more and emphasize supply of food for fulfill the increasing demand of food for the large population of the world. The value-added products of aonla are rich source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and have therapeutic values along with the medicinal values. However, they play an important role for the supply in sufficient amount of vitamins and minerals to meet the daily requirement of healthy human body. Development of value-added products of aonla like dried and dehydrated fruits, ready-to-serve, squash, candies, pickles and powders and condensed fruit juices provide enterprises for the peoples through the made big industries for the processing. Demand for aonla fruit value added products and profits could be increased through formation of small self-help groups one their training station. However, still awareness on benefits, their addition and market promotion is required.