Expanding Soy Food Utilisation

Strategic issues to expand soybean utilization in India : 

Strategic issues to expand soybean utilization in India Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) Bhopal (MP), India R.T. Patil , S. D. Kulkarni and Nawab Ali

Trend in soy cultivation in India in last 3 decades: 

Trend in soy cultivation in India in last 3 decades

History of soy utilization: 

History of soy utilization Ancient record of soybean cultivation dates back to 100 AD, its cultivation was limited to hills of Assam, Bengal, Manipur, Nagaland, sikkim, kumaon and garwal regions. The production till 1970-71 was only 0.01 Mt, which increased to 5 Mt in year 2002-2003. Traditionally soybean in Himalayan states was known as ‘Bhat’ and it was consumed after roasting or boiling. Even Mahatma Gandhi appreciated importance of soya for human health and its good quality protein, but due to lack of proper processing technology and general awareness about the method of its consumption, it could not be made popular.

Recent Progress of soy utilization: 

Recent Progress of soy utilization However, 1970 onwards cultivation of soybean got momentum when it was considered as an oilseed crop. Soybean was a best raw material with three times more oil compared to pre pressed cake of soft oilseeds and hence it proved more economical for extraction. This provided an assured market for soybean grown by local farmers. The oil extraction from soybean was also encouraged by the Government to meet the shortage of edible oil in the country. However, due to lucrative oil business not much attention was paid to develop technologies for its utilization as food.

Reason for Need to find food uses: 

Reason for Need to find food uses Un reliable export of DOC Protein-calories malnutrition prevailing in the Indian population. Average dal consumed in household is found to be 3-4 kg at the maximum, thus having deficiency of 60% intake of protein source Increasing demand of soy products for health benefits Hence it is essential that this gap in protein intake be supplemented with affordable alterative like soybean.

Inhibitors for Popularisation: 

Inhibitors for Popularisation Antinutritional factors present in raw soybean requiring precise processing. Beany flavor development if not processed properly. Poor cooking quality for its use as dal Possibility of over consumption-indigestion Lack of awareness about health benefits and processing requirements. Non availability of processed products suiting to Indian taste.

Strategic Issues: 

Strategic Issues Availability of raw materials Availability of technology Availability of skills Government priority Ease of implementation Increased awareness through print and electronic media

Priorities: 

Priorities Development of suitable products and equipment to establish cottage level industry. To popularize preparation of soy products at domestic level in soybean growing areas. Conduct technology based entrepreneurship development programme for up coming entrepreneurs. To popularize nutritional and health benefits of soybean through extension leaflets, electronic and print media.

Technology Development : 

Technology Development Soy products and Technology (20) Soydal Soyflakes Soyflour Soyfortified biscuits (biscuits) Soyfortified biscuits (salty) Soyfortified bread Soyfortified muffins Soyfortified bun Soy-nuts (roasted/fried) Soymilk Soypaneer Soy-yogurt Soy-ice cream Tempeh Soy-sattu Okara based burfi & Gulabjamun Soy-sauce Soy-srikhand Soy-amrakhand Soybean Processing Equipment (20) Grader Manual dehuller Power operated dehuller Blancher Natural convection tray dryer Forced convection tray dryer Multipurpose LSU type dryer Three-roller flaking machine Two-stage roller mill for soyflakes Low-cost single screw forming extruder Plate type wet grinder Modified oil expeller Low-cost steam generator Soybean cake grinder Dough mixture Loaf volumeter Lever-type paneer pressing device Screw-type paneer pressing device Cottage level soypaneer plant Biscuit-cutter/moulder Limited Scale Pilot Production Facilities for (6) Fullfat soyflour Partially defatted soyflour Soymilk Soypaneer Soyfortified bakery products Soy ice-cream

MODELS OF TECHNOLOGY DISSEMINATION: 

MODELS OF TECHNOLOGY DISSEMINATION Household Level Model Entrepreneurial Level Model Human Resource Development Model

Models for soybean popularization Household Model : 

Models for soybean popularization Household Model So far 433 farmwomen from 27 villages were trained. They were also helped to start the micro level women enterprise and as effect of it 7 soymilk entrepreneurs and 1 cottage level women entrepreneur have been established. Awareness Camps On site demonstration Training of Women Identify Women Entrepreneur Providing equipment help Provide market support Micro Enterprise Increased Utilization of Soybean

PowerPoint Presentation: 

An awareness camp being conducted in a village

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Training to village women at SPU Centre Soy milk distribution programme by women entrepreneur

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Models for soybean popularization Entrepreneurial Model So far 45 courses and trained more than 450 participants. The SPU designed plant is being manufactured by 7 entrepreneurs. Out of trainees 175 have established cottage level industries earning from Rs. 5000 to Rs 50,000 per month Awareness Camps/ Seminars/participation in Exhibition On site demonstration 6 day Training program Demonstrations/hands on experience /marketing strategies Provide linkages for Finance/ raw material/marketing Successful Entrepreneur Increased Utilization of Soybean

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Entrepreneurs having hands on experience during training at SPU Centre

PowerPoint Presentation: 

State wise distribution of participants trained by SPU

PowerPoint Presentation: 

State wise distribution of enterprises as effect of SPU efforts

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Models for soybean popularization Human Resource Development Model 3 courses – 60 master trainers produced so far Seminars/ Meetings/Conferences 3-4 weeks Training for university teachers /scientists/extension workers Modeule-1: Technology Module-2 : Small Business management Module 3: Simulation Exercise Master Trainers Enhanced Household Utilization Increased Entrepreneurship Increased Utilization of Soybean

PowerPoint Presentation: 

SPU Centre initiated such one day seminars to popularize projects on soy foods

HRD Centre established by SPU centre in Last 3 years with World bank NATP Project: 

HRD Centre established by SPU centre in Last 3 years with World bank NATP Project Shillong – Meghalaya Palampur – Himachal Pradesh Raipur – Chhattisgarh Udaipur - Rajsthan Jabalpur – Madhya Pradesh Jorhat – Assam Akola – Maharashtra . . . . . . .

Conclusion: 

Conclusion Household Model : 317 farm women from 18 villages were trained. They were also helped to start the micro level women enterprise and as effect of it 7 soymilk entrepreneurs and 1 cottage level women entrepreneur have been established. Entrepreneurial Model: 45 courses and trained over 450 participants. The cottage level plant based on the design perfected by SPU centre has been adopted by 7 manufacturers. These efforts have resulted in establishment of more than 175 cottage level industries earning from Rs. 5000 to Rs. 50000 per month. HRD Model: Three courses conducted and 65 researchers and extension workers were trained in 3-4 weeks course on value addition and enterprise development based on soybean. HRD Centre : 7 new centers have been established in the country to replicate the work of SPU centre along with region specific research

Suggestions: 

Suggestions Establish an International Soybean Centre for South Asia located at Bhopal for training and research on appropriate soy processing technologies. Provide incentives to establish soy enterprises Popularization of health benefits of soy through electronic media Constant support of R&D to entrepreneurs by way of refreshers courses or upgrade of knowledge. Conduct one day seminars on soybean health benefits and technology availability at each district for upcoming entrepreneurs

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