Asparagus Processing

Abstract

Canned Asparagus is prepared from the edible portion of stalks of Asparagus. It is heated before sealing in a container to avoid spoilage. It is grown on sandy soils having good quality water and cool atmospheric conditions. It is grown in hilly areas and is considered to be a leafy vegetable, full of minerals and vitamins. Its consumption in our country is limited to exclusive restaurants, star hotels, airlines, catering services and high income households in metros and other urban cities. It has got very good export potential also. Promoters should either be familiar with export marketing or should have some associates abroad to cater to this market. Size of the project has been kept on lower side as export marketing is not envisaged. The project should be located in hilly region as Asparagus is cultivated in hilly areas.