NIFTEM-K unveils new technologies to boost India’s food processing sector
safefoodmitra.com · 2025-01-22 10:16:02
Collaborative agreements with academic institutions like IIT Bombay and AIIA enhanced research capabilities, focusing on new product development, technology transfers, and student exchange programs.
During World Food India 2024, NIFTEM-K successfully transferred five innovative technologies to food companies and startups, underscoring the practical impact of its research initiatives.
The Institute also fostered entrepreneurship and innovation through the SUFALAM 24 event, a StartUp Forum for Aspiring Leaders and Mentors, which provided a platform for collaboration between academia, startups, and industry leaders.
NIFTEM-K partnered with HDFC Bank Ltd. to offer grants to eight startups under the NSIP 4 program, providing incubation support, pilot plant access, lab facilities, and mentorship.
The Institute aims to support over 300 startups within the next five years, driving innovation in the food sector.
In response to climate change challenges in the agro-food sector, NIFTEM-K organized the National Conference on Efficient Food Processing for Environmental & Climate-Change Trends (EFFECT).
The conference addressed critical topics such as climate-smart food processing, renewable energy usage, waste valorization, and process modifications to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, facilitating collaborations with delegates from FAO, ICAR, CSIR Institutes, and top food companies.
NIFTEM-K also expanded its global footprint in 2024, notably signing an MoU with the University of Melbourne, ranked 13th in the QS World University rankings.
This collaboration will boost research programs, student exchanges, and joint degree opportunities.
Additionally, the Institute hosted visits from diplomats and senior officials from Chile, Japan, and Australia, further strengthening its international presence and fostering partnerships with top-ranked institutions from the US, Canada, Italy, and Thailand.