India, Dec. 9 -- The research offers practical and sustainable approaches that can strengthen rural livelihoods mitigate the environmental burden of fruit waste and generate additional revenue

Nagaland University researchers have shown how pineapple processing waste can be converted into value-added products. Their work guides practical, sustainable methods that can support rural livelihoods while reducing the environmental burden of fruit waste.

Nagaland has become a notable pineapple-growing region, known for fruit that is exceptionally sweet, rich in juice and low in fibre. The 'KEW' variety is widely cultivated, with the 'Queen' variety grown in smaller pockets.

Vinegar production is one such avenue, as the sugar-rich residues prov...