Next-generation food processing a step towards smarter, cleaner and sustainable food system: Kodagu University V-C Ashok S. Alur

Ashok S. Alur  | Photo Credit: Special arrangement

Next-generation food processing is not just a technological leap, but a step towards a smarter, cleaner and more sustainable food system, Ashok S. Alur, Vice-Chancellor (V-C), Kodagu University, has said.

Prof. Alur was speaking after inaugurating a conclave on ‘Next Generation Food Technologies: Processing for a Sustainable Tomorrow’ organised by the CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram, here on Friday. The conclave was held in connection with the golden jubilee celebrations of NIIST.

On the occasion, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between CSIR-NIIST and Kodagu University for fostering joint research, academic exchange and capacity-building in the areas of food processing and life sciences by leveraging the complementary strengths of both institutions.

Addressing the conclave, Sreedevi Annapurna Singh, director, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), emphasised the importance of translational research in the food sector to ensure nutrition and wellness.

Evolving framework

Alka Rao, advisor, Science and Standards and Regulations, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), spoke about the evolving regulatory framework supporting safe and innovative food systems in the country. NIIST director C. Anandharamakrishnan stated the institute’s golden jubilee vision is to translate science into scalable solutions for society.

The conclave featured panel discussions on ‘Advances in Ayur-Aahar,’ ‘Recent challenges in enforcing food safety regulations in India’ and ‘Recent advances in food processing.’

Published - June 13, 2025 06:34 pm IST