Key Takeaways
- The 31st Indian Convention of Food Scientists and Technologists began in Thanjavur, focusing on sustainable food innovation.
- The event, held at NIFTEM-T, examined critical issues such as nutrition security, hunger, and malnutrition.
- Industry leaders emphasized the importance of collaboration in advancing food technology and encouraging local food promotion.
Convention Highlights
The 31st Indian Convention of Food Scientists and Technologists commenced in Thanjavur, gathering food scientists and technologists from across India. Organized by the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists – India (AFST-I), the event is held at the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-T) in collaboration with institutions such as CSIR-CFTRI, DRDO-DIBT, and CSIR-IITR.
This year’s theme, “Innovation in Nutrition, Dietetics, Upcycling and Local Foods on Gastronomic Engineering (INDULGE),” aims to address pressing issues in food sustainability, nutrition, and the promotion of local foods. Ashok S. Alur, Vice-Chancellor of Kodagu University, emphasized the importance of tackling global challenges surrounding food production, including nutrition security, hunger, obesity, and malnutrition.
Aashitosh A. Inamdhar, President of AFST(I), outlined the convention objectives and highlighted the organization’s role in fostering research and industry collaboration. He invited delegates to explore the food technology expo, where innovations in the field are being showcased.
Prominent figures attending the convention included Giridhar Parvatam, Director of CSIR-CFTRI; Bhaskar Narayan, Director of CSIR-IITR; C. Anandharamakrishnan, Director of CSIR-NIIST; Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director of ICAR-CIPHET; and others from various esteemed organizations.
The convention aims to catalyze discussions on the potential of gastronomic engineering and the need for value addition to agricultural resources, ultimately promoting healthier and more sustainable food practices across the nation.
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