A METHOD OF VACUUM PACKING OF DRIED PEANUT (Arachis Hypogaea) KERNELS

摘要

This present utility model relates to a method of vacuum packing of dried peanut (Arachis Hypogaea) kernels to maintain the moisture content, control oxidation process that affect the odor, taste and color and prevent the growth of aerobic micro-organisms such as yeast and molds that causes aflatoxin contamination during storage.The method of vacuum packing of dried peanut kernels comprising the steps of; sun drying peanut kernels until the said kernels reaches a drt matter content of 8-10 pcnt ; packing of said dried peanut kernels in plastic film package that has a plastic film thickness of at least 40 microns transmission rate and sealing of said peanut kernels using a vacuum sealing equipment