INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE APPROACHES IN POSTHARVEST HANDLING AT NIT, ROURKELA

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This event focuses on addressing challenges in the postharvest sector with sustainable, cost-effective, and innovative solutions. Participants will gain knowledge in reducing food losses, improving quality, and integrating sustainability across the fresh produce supply chain.

Date: January 27-31, 2025
Mode: Offline

Topic: SUSTAINABLE APPROACHES IN POSTHARVEST HANDLING AND VALUE ADDITION OF FRESH PRODUCE

Venue: National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha, India

Key Highlights:

  • Learn innovative, eco-friendly practices for minimizing postharvest losses.
  • Explore value addition and sustainable storage solutions for fresh produce.
  • Hands-on sessions on non-thermal techniques, IoT applications, and waste management in postharvest systems.

 

Who Should Attend?

  • Students (B.Tech/M.Sc./M.Tech/Ph.D.)
  • Faculty and researchers in food engineering and related fields.
  • Executives from the food industry, government, and service sectors.

Objectives:

  1. Implement best practices for postharvest handling and value addition.
  2. Optimize storage and transportation methods for better efficiency.
  3. Learn about non-destructive quality assessment techniques and IoT applications.
  4. Evaluate market opportunities with sustainable branding and packaging strategies.

 

Event Schedule (Key Lectures & Tutorials):

  • Day 1: Importance of Postharvest Handling | Practical on Cold Plasma Techniques
  • Day 2: Non-Thermal and Irradiation Methods for Food Safety | Microbial Inactivation Experiments
  • Day 3: Sustainable Techniques Using Ozone and Electrolyte Water | Evaluation of Organoleptic Properties
  • Day 4: Life Cycle Analysis of Postharvest Tools | Non-Destructive Quality Detection
  • Day 5: IoT Applications in Storage | Composting and Agricultural Waste Recycling

 

Registration Details:

  • Fee Structure:
    • Students (India): ₹1,000/- (incl. GST)
    • Faculty/Scientists: ₹2,000/- (incl. GST)
    • Industry Participants: ₹3,000/- (incl. GST)
    • International Participants: $200/-

Last Date for Registration: January 10, 2025

To express willingness, fill out the form: GIAN Registration Link

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