Natural Solar dryers in Kenya are technologies that use the power of the sun to dry produce during periods of plenty for later use.

Natural Solar dryers in Kenya are used to dry vegetables, fruits, cereals, fish, potatoes and meat. They are environmentally safe, use less energy and dry produce much faster.  The drying technology, if embraced, will go a long way in curbing food shortages in Africa.

How commercial solar dryers work

Vegetable drying machines in Kenya work by heating the produce directly or indirectly. In direct drying, the sun heats the produce directly while in indirect drying, a black surface is heated which then transfers hot air that heats the produce.

Advantages of solar dryers in Kenya

1. They dry fruits and vegetables very fast compared to drying in the open. For instance, if it takes 7 days in the open, It will take you 1-2 days with a dryer.
2. There is less risk of spoilage because the drying process is very fast.
3. Solar dried fruits are also good for health
4. Food is protected from contamination.
5. Solar dried fruits, vegetables and meat are very appetizing.