winddrying
Winddrying, or air-drying, is the process of removing moisture from a material by exposing it to moving air. It relies on evaporation driven by ambient temperature, humidity, and wind speed rather than added heat. It can occur naturally in outdoor environments or be assisted by fans or blowers in a controlled space.
Applications are diverse: food products such as fish, meat jerky, herbs, fruits, and grains; as well as
Advantages include low energy use, simple equipment requirements, and the ability to process large quantities without
Modern practice sometimes combines wind-drying with solar or forced-air ventilation to accelerate and control drying while