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Title:

Mustard/rape Seed Integrated Processing

Value Proposition:

Integrated processing of mustard and rapeseed enables maximum value extraction from seeds, producing edible oil, seed meal, and protein rich by products. It enhances product quality, safety, and nutritional value, while minimizing post harvest losses. This technology benefits oil mills, food processors, and nutraceutical industries, providing efficient, high yield processing of oilseeds for both domestic consumption and export markets.

Summary Application:

The process includes cleaning, dehulling, oil extraction, and by product recovery in a streamlined workflow. Applications include edible oil production, protein rich animal feed, mustard paste/powder, and processed food ingredients. The integrated approach ensures optimal utilization of all fractions, reduces waste, and maintains nutritional quality and flavor of the final products. It is suitable for industrial scale and small scale operations.

Advantages:

Integrated processing improves oil yield, protein recovery, and product safety, while reducing environmental impact. It provides standardized quality, economic efficiency, and minimal waste generation. By producing multiple value added products from a single raw material, the technology enhances profitability and supports sustainable oilseed processing practices.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute[CSIR-CFTRI]
:  director[at]cftri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-821-2517760
:https://cftri.res.in
Industrial Applications: Animal/Vegetable Products [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Food Processes [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Nutrition [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]