Sun Drying in Manitoba is not a practical option for a food processing enterprise because sun drying requires low humidity. This is not predictable in our climate. Microwave Drying is possible for small amounts of food, but the small amounts that can be dried at one time do not make it economically practical in even a 'kitchen scale' food processing operation. In addition, some microwave oven manufacturers do not recommend drying. Packaging Packaging is of enormous importance.
Packaging protects the produce from physical, chemical and microbiological damage.
It also provides a means of communicating with the customer. The package is one of the greatest influences on a consumer's decision to buy the product. Dried foods should be stored in air tight, insect proof containers and packed in small quantities, because opening and closing the package exposes the food to air and moisture which lowers the quality. Labelling Label and date . Labelling regulations apply on products packaged for sale.