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.