Please I need a novel idea on Melon seed processing
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Hi Toba,
What type of melon do you have? Here at the ECHO Global Seed Bank, we have tried fermentation processes with some melons (e.g. winter melons/wax gourd) but not with others!
@Paw_Danmalidoi is the ECHO Asia Seed Bank Manager and she will also likely have some good insight for you!
A recent ECHO intern who spent time in Senegal, @Grace_Brinsfield, said that the seed manager there fermented cucumber inside the fruit. Grace, could you share a bit more?
Mr. Toba,
Sir, are you referring to the cracking of egusi melon for cooking? A very labor intensive process indeed. Iām interested to hear if anyone has novel ideas.
He cut hashes in the side of the cucumbers and let them sit for a few days. The gel that covers the seeds was fermented so when cut open the seeds separated easily from the pulp.