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Certificate in Fruits and Vegetable Processing

Certificate in Fruits and Vegetable Processing

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This certificate program is designed to provide students with fundamental and practical knowledge of fruits and vegetable processing, preservation techniques, and value-added product development. The course covers food safety, processing technologies, packaging, and quality control measures essential for small-scale and industrial food processing.

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Course Duration:

  • Total Duration: 3–6 months (depending on institution)

  • Mode of Delivery: Classroom lectures, hands-on training, industry visits, and project work

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Minimum 10th/12th grade pass (Science/Agriculture background preferred)

  • Working professionals in food processing, agriculture, or related fields can also apply

Course Modules/Syllabus:

1. Introduction to Fruits & Vegetable Processing

  • Importance and scope of fruit & vegetable processing

  • Nutritional aspects and post-harvest losses

2. Post-Harvest Handling & Storage

  • Harvesting techniques

  • Pre-cooling, grading, and storage methods

  • Cold chain management

3. Processing Technologies

  • Washing, peeling, cutting, and blanching

  • Juice extraction, pulping, and concentration

  • Canning, freezing, and dehydration techniques

4. Preservation Methods

  • Thermal processing (pasteurization, sterilization)

  • Fermentation, pickling, and drying

  • Use of preservatives & natural additives

5. Value-Added Product Development

  • Jam, jelly, marmalade, and squash production

  • Sauces, ketchups, and chutneys

  • Ready-to-eat (RTE) and ready-to-cook (RTC) products

6. Food Safety & Quality Control

  • HACCP, FSSAI regulations, and GMP

  • Microbial safety and shelf-life testing

  • Packaging materials and labeling requirements

7. Entrepreneurship & Marketing

  • Setting up a small-scale processing unit

  • Market trends, branding, and export potential

Practical Training Components:

  • Hands-on sessions in processing units

  • Industry visits to food processing plants

  • Project work on product development

Career Opportunities:

  • Food Processing Technician

  • Quality Control Officer

  • Production Supervisor in F&V Processing Units

  • Entrepreneur (Startup in Pickles, Juices, etc.)

  • Research Assistant in Food Technology

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course and assessments, participants will receive a “Certificate in Fruits and Vegetable Processing”, recognized by food industries and government skill development programs.

Why Enroll in This Course?

✅ Gain expertise in food preservation & processing
✅ Enhance employability in the food industry
✅ Learn entrepreneurial skills for agri-business
✅ Contribute to reducing post-harvest food waste

Interested candidates can contact [Institution Name] for admission details!

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