Processing tropical crops : a technological approach / J.J. Asiedu.

CONTENTS

Cassava
main utilization
composition
toxicity and detoxification
e.tc

Cocoa
classification and production
physical characteristics of cocoa
composition of cocoa beans and pods
e.tc

Coconut
production and distribution
structure of the coconut fruit
desiccated coconut
coconut water
e.tc

Coffee
production and economic species
chemical composition and physical properties
green coffee processing
e.tc

Groundnut
production and yield
storage of groundnuts
harvesting and shelling
e.tc

Maize
production and varieties
utilization
composition
cornflakes
e.tc

Oil palm
classification and production
composition
processing of palm frits
equipment for pressing
e.tc

Sorghum and millet
production and varieties utilization
composition
structure and physical properties
e.tc

Soya bean
uses
chemical composition
processing of soya beans
e.tc

Yam
classification and production
composition
storage of yams
e.tc

Includes bibliographical references and index.