ISHS Acta Horticulturae 108: International Cashew Symposium
A REVIEW OF QUALITY CONTROL AND PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION OF CASHEW KERNELS |
| Author: | U.K. UNNIKRISHNAN |
| Abstract:
This review presents the details of enactment of Export (Quality Control & Inspection) Act, 1963; establishment of EIAs-taking over of scheme of Quality Control and Pre-shipment Inspection from CEPC; grade specifications notified by the Government of India; improvements brought in Vitapacking Machine; inculcation of personal hygiene; improved method of conditioning of kernels; regular anti-infestation and disinfestation measures; improved packing and adoption of good manufacturing practices. In addition, phenomenal growth of cashew industry during the past decade; increase in quality; increase in foreign exchange earnings; increase in unit value; how quality sustained the markets especially in the context of emergence of competitors; enchanced confidence of buyers; minimised complaints from abroad; sustained image of India as supplier of quality product are discussed. The need for continued surveillance to ensure product quality and the role of EIA officers in bringing about discipline in the processing industry and the resultant increase in productivity and quality, the most important factor in creating and retaining markets are detailed. | |
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