Groundnut decortication unit
A groundnut decortication unit can be set up in an agricultural or semi-rural area close to peanut-growing regions to reduce raw material transport costs. The main machinery includes a groundnut decorticator, cleaning/grading machine, and shell separator. The decorticator removes the shells from the peanuts, the cleaning machine separates dust and debris, and the grading unit sorts kernels by size. The machinery cost starts from ₹1-2 lakh and above, The manufacturing process involves feeding dried groundnuts into the decorticator, cracking and separating shells from kernels, cleaning to remove husk and impurities, and grading for uniform size. Raw materials are dried groundnuts with shells, sourced directly from farmers or wholesale markets. Around 500–1000 sq ft is needed for processing, storage, and packing. Decorticated peanuts are used in oil extraction, snacks, confectionery, and peanut-based products. Sales channels include oil mills, snack manufacturers, wholesale grain markets and food processors.
Ready-to-Serve orange Beverage
Introduction India’s beverage industry is witnessing a strong shift toward fruit-based and healthier drinks, driven by increasing consumer awareness about nutrition and lifestyle choices. Among these, Ready-to-Serve orange beverages have emerged as one of the most popular refreshing drinks due to their natural citrus flavour, Vitamin C content, and convenience. For entrepreneurs in West Bengal, […]
Orange Pomace Nutri-Cookies
Introduction Orange Pomace Nutri-Cookies are developed using orange pomace, a nutrient-dense residue obtained during orange juice extraction. Instead of being discarded as waste, this by-product is dried, powdered, and incorporated into cookie formulations, creating a value-added and eco-friendly food product. The pomace powder is blended with nutritious grains such as millets or oats, enhancing the […]
Manufacturing of Citrus Natural Drink
1. Introduction Citrus natural drink, a category of functional beverages, which are drinks designed to provide benefits beyond basic hydration. Consumers increasingly prefer functional beverages that support an active lifestyle, provide quick energy, and contain natural ingredients. This is an innovative drink developed using fresh lime juice derived from Citrus Fruits like orange and lime/lemon […]
