Abstract:
Study entitled “Documentation of Post harvest methods and value addition of Different NTFPs in Dhamtari Forest Area.†The study was carried out in three study sites Dugli, Nagri and Sihawa range Dhamtari, district of Chhattisgarh. The study reveals that the total 41 plants were documented belongs to 16 Tree, 5 Shrubs, 7 herbs, 4 Grasses, 7 Climbers and 2 Bio – products species. People used processing technique and produce value added product like preserve, candy, jam, RTS, nectar squash, powder by
Aegle marmelos, Herbal Oil, Nutraceutical Ingredients, Fruits Powder, and Vegetable Powder by
Bauhinia variegate, Jams, jellies, tarts, chutneys, beverages (nectar, squash and syrup) Pickle and candy by
Emblica officinalis, Jellies, chutneys, beverages (nectar, squash and syrup) Pickle and candy by
Tamarindus indica, Aamchur, juices, nectars, concentrates, jams, jelly powders, flakes dried fruits pickle, candy by
Mangifera indica. This product used by local people for its own purpose and they supplies market for money earning.