This document discusses various techniques for drying fruits and vegetables to preserve them. It describes drying as removing moisture to stop bacterial growth. Methods include sun, freeze, drum and spray drying. Ideal temperatures are 60-70C to dry without cooking. Factors like temperature, humidity and air flow impact drying rates. Fruits require preparation like washing while vegetables need blanching first. Drying continues until products are leathery or brittle. Nutritional values change with vitamins most affected. Drying significantly reduces weights through moisture removal.