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Processing of Lac: 3 Stages

The following points highlight the three main stages involved in processing of lac. The stages are: 1. Production of Stick Lac 2. Production of Seed Lac 3. Production of Shellac from Seed Lac. Stage # 1. Production of Stick Lac: During harvesting, the lac encrusted twigs are cut from the host plants. Then the lacs are removed from the twigs [...]

By Sanchita Kadam|2016-07-21T12:17:46+00:00July 21, 2016|Lac Culture|Comments Off

Processing of Shrimps: Preservation and Handling on Shore

In this article we will discuss about the Processing of Shrimps:- A. Preservation on Board B. Shrimp Handling on Shore. A. Preservation on Board: (a) Freezing: On sea, shrimps are frozen in cold brine or a solution of sugar and salt. This is done by air blast freezing or by plate freezing. Cooked as well as raw, whole shrimp can [...]

By Sanchita Kadam|2016-07-21T12:17:27+00:00July 21, 2016|Prawns and Shrimp Culture|Comments Off