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• Protective microorganisms• Natural plant protective chemicals• Fortnightly monitoring and data recording.• Methodical sampling and local assays.An IPM program is completed along with the postharvesthandling of the spice. Special emphasis isplaced here on controlling mycotoxin incidence.The national programme for backward integrationinvolves setting up Spice Growers Cooperatives andthe installation of regional testing labs.Figure 12 : Post Harvest Handling of GingerPROCESS TECHNOLOGIESThe industry uses a blend ofconventional and modernprocess technologies toachieve optimum levels ofquality, productivity and cost.Figure 13 : Steam Distillation PlantTraditional steam distillation units are still being used forprocessing spices like ginger, nutmeg etc. for essential oil.Spinning cone type thin film distillation is employed forfresh spices like ginger, garlic and mustard. Thistechnology results in a superior aroma profile, high yieldand faster processing.Figure 14 : Steam Distillation KettlesAll major spice oleoresins are still being produced bysolvent extraction. Over the years, there had been changesin regulatory requirements for the type of solvents andresidue levels. The industry was proactive in upgradingthe facilities for these requirements. Investment in the46

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