Date Processing and Packing

Abstract

Dates have been cultivated since ancient times. Date palms thrive under the rigorous climate of sub-tropical desert. Date processing enjoys a high economic importance in the world. Dates have nutritive values and are consumed in large quantity in all parts of the country. Kachchh region of Gujarat produces good quality dates and there is a very good scope to set up facility for processing and packing of dates at a suitable location. Date processing technology has improved during last few years, which has made it possible to process them hygienically. This technology has made it possible to produce a marketable product which can easily be handled, transported, stored and packed in attractive packing before sale.