Key Takeaways
- The NRDC has transferred three moringa-based food technologies to a local MSME in Bhubaneswar.
- This initiative aims to support the ‘Viksit Odisha’ vision and foster innovation in the state.
- The technologies focus on creating nutrient-rich, commercially viable food products using local resources.
Technological Transfer Boosts Local Economy
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) recently empowered a local micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) in Bhubaneswar by transferring three innovative food technologies developed by the CSIR-CFTRI. This initiative aligns with Odisha’s ‘Viksit Odisha’ vision, aiming to enhance the state’s economy through innovation-driven MSME growth.
During the agreement signing on Wednesday, key officials, including MSME department’s commissioner-cum-secretary Rasmita Panda and NRDC CMD Commodore Amit Rastogi (retd), emphasized the importance of this collaboration. NRDC’s regional head, Bijay Kumar Sahu, highlighted that the technology transfer will promote the commercialization of research-focused products, thereby fostering local entrepreneurial efforts.
The three moringa-based technologies include:
1. Low-fat expanded green snacks.
2. Moringa chikki.
3. A range of instant products such as dips, debittered leaf powder, chutney powder, and beverage mixes.
These products are crafted to provide high-protein, nutrient-rich options that leverage the natural abundance of moringa in Odisha. Supporting the creation of a robust value chain around moringa, NRDC envisions significant growth for new MSMEs in the region. This partnership is expected to stimulate cost-effective and nutrition-centered manufacturing practices, ultimately benefitting local communities and enhancing food security.
NRDC remains dedicated to fostering technological sovereignty in Odisha, furthering the state’s ambition to evolve into an innovation-centric economy. As these food technologies come to life, the collaboration marks a substantial step in transforming Odisha’s food landscape and elevating the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the state.
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