Practical Answers

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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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  School Buildings in Developing Countries

  Building schools is a significant area of construction activity in many developing countries. This document explains some issues relating to planning and construction at low cost.

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  Seed Fairs

  Seed Fairs are specialised markets in villages or communities where seeds are traded. Selling seeds this way ensures they are readily available to local farmers, of a relevant variety and enables knowledge sharing between farmers.

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  Ten Rules for Energy-Efficient, Cost-Effective Brick Firing

  Rules for brickmakers and field-workers to increase the efficiency of the brick-firing process.

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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.

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  Spice Processing

  Small-scale processing of spices can be economically and socially successful.