Packaging and Bottling
A vital aid to preserving and protecting perishable goods. Appropriate packaging will ensure that products will get appropriate protection during storage, distribution, handling and use, getting to markets at their best.
General Resources
Canning food
Canning is a safe and useful method of preservation. Heat sterilisation destroys food-spoiling enzymes and...
Canning Food - Mise En Conserve D'Aliments
La mise en conserve est une méthode sûre et pratique de conservation. La stérilisation thermique détruit les enzymes...
Filling and Sealing Packaged Foods
Varying seals are used to suit different foods and their shelf life. This Brief describes methods of filling and...
Food Labelling
Labelling is an important process in the food processing chain. It is the first point of contact between consumer...
Low Cost Bottle and Jar Cooling System
A simple, cheap system developed in to allow controlled cooling of both bottled fruit drinks and jam jars.
Low Cost Bottle and Jar Cooling System - Systeme Simple de Refroidissement
A simple, cheap system developed in to allow controlled cooling of both bottled fruit drinks and jam jars.
Packaging foods in glass
This technical brief is intended to advise small-scale producers on the methods and equipment needed to package...
Packaging materials for food
This Technical Brief describes the technical properties of different food packaging materials.
Washing and Steam Sterilising of Bottles
It is essential that all glass containers used for foods are clean and in good condition. This Technical Brief...