Building a solar dryer first begins with a training about post-harvest technologies, value-added products, and solar dryer construction.
Then construction can then begin by digging the post holes.
The black mesh is stretched over the raised table that acts as the base of the solar dryer. Elevating the base and using the mesh allows for airflow from below to help the drying process.
PVC tubes are used as the frame above the solar dryer to secure the plastic.
Ready to dry some coffee! Also will be used for drying culantro seeds, rice, corn, and beans among other crops.
