Practical Answers
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Basic Beekeeping Manual 1:9
This section of Basic beekeeping describes how to extract quality honey.
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Micro-Hydro Power
This brief looks at micro-hydro power, the various types of turbine, and the economics.
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Serpentine Solar Water Heating Build Manual
Manual for building serpentine solar water heating system with the basic of installation guides and a list of component materials.
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Dry Salted Lime Pickle
Dry salted lime pickles are produced in Asia and Africa, particularly popular in India, Pakistan and North Africa. They are eaten as a condiment. Learn how they are made!
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Gundruk (Pickled Leafy Vegetable)
Gundruk is obtained from the fermentation of leafy vegetables in Nepal. It is either served as an appetiser, or as a side dish with the main meal.
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Mineral Processing: Milling
This brief presents the factors to consider when choosing a grinding application and gives an overview of the equipment available.
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Mud Plasters and Renders
Mud plasters are used for houses built from mud but can also be used for buildings of stone and fired brick.
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Turmeric Processing
Complete guide to turmeric processing (production, curing, drying, polishing, grading, grinding and packaging).
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Soap Making
This Technical Brief describes the procedures needed to make a variety of simple soaps and includes a number of recipes for different types of soap.
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Banana Chips
Banana chips are a snack food similar to potato chips. This Brief explores what a banana chips project might look like as an income-generating activity.