Manual Nutmeg Harvesting system - Er. S. G. Yamagar - Bog

Nutmeg is an important tree spice which produces two different spices namely Nutmeg and mace. The Nutmeg fruits are harvested on time at the proper stage of maturity in order to maintain their nutrient level as well as attaining desirable quality. Presently, the method adapted for harvesting Nutmeg in Konkan region by anual i.e. by hand picking, by shaking the tree branches or by using bamboo stick having a curves hook. It was therefore necessary to develop harvesting system with simple design, easy for operation, low cost but higher working efficiency.