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@article{174871,
        author = {Dr. Nemmminthang Lhouvum and Thou Liveini},
        title = {An Overview of Traditional Food Preservation Methods of Gazhiphema Village: A Means of Food Security},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {1139-1145},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=174871},
        abstract = {This article explores the traditional food preservation of Gazhiphema known as (Vafiimai) of Laii village in Senapati district of Manipur. Gazhiphema village is primarily Poumai Naga village with a population of 5518 according to 2011 census. The village technique of food preservation is not only practical but is also intrinsically related to their way of life. It plays a vital role for food security. The objective of the article is to explore the traditional food preservations method; how food has been processes, preserved, stored and consumed by the local. Their food habit system defines the rich cultural legacy that is being transmitted from generation to generation. Traditional preservation techniques such as fermenting, smoking and sun-drying are briefly discussed in this paper. These three major themes broadly encompass the preservation of seasonal food, varieties of meat, fish, fruits and vegetables not only for enhancing the flavour but also in ensuring food security and preserving the local heritage. Using a qualitative research design a semi- structured interviews were conducted coupled with participant and non-participant observation method. The collected data was analysed by using thematic analysis in identifying patterns.},
        keywords = {North East India; Naga Tribes; Tribal Food Preservation; Traditional Knowledge},
        month = {April},
        }