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Sugarcane: History and Cultivation of Sugarcane

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. History of Sugarcane 2. Cultivation of Sugarcane 3. Cane Sugar. History of Sugarcane: Charaka wrote the oldest treatise extant on Hindu medicine, at about the beginning of the Christian era. The glossary of Sanskrit names in this work denotes an intimate knowledge with the various forms and preparations of sugar which is [...]

By Nikita D|2016-09-16T08:09:13+00:00September 16, 2016|Sugarcane|Comments Off

Steps Involved in Manufacturing Cane-Sugar (With Diagram)

The following points highlight the six main steps involved in manufacturing cane-sugar. The steps are: 1. Extraction of the Juice 2. Clarification of Juice 3. Concentration and Crystallization 4. Separation of Crystals 5. Refining of Sugar 6. Recovery of Sugar Molasses. Step # 1. Extraction of the Juice: The canes are thoroughly cleaned and cut into small pieces. These cane [...]

By Nikita D|2016-09-16T08:09:09+00:00September 16, 2016|Economic Botany|Comments Off