Seminar / Guest Lectures /Workshops

Workshop on Entrepreneurship Development on Principles of Food Processing and Preservation

Date: 16 October 2024

A workshop on “Entrepreneurship Development on Principles of Food Processing and Preservation” was conducted on 16 October 2024 with the objective of empowering participants with the knowledge and skills required to develop value-added food products. The workshop focused on fundamental principles of food processing and preservation, emphasizing their role in enhancing shelf life, quality, and marketability of food products

The session was conducted by Dr. Mohan Kumar S, Assistant Professor, Department of Food Science and Technology, St. Joseph’s University, Bengaluru. He provided valuable insights into the technical aspects of food processing, preservation methods, and quality control, while also highlighting emerging entrepreneurial opportunities in the food industry. The workshop encouraged participants to explore innovation, self-employment, and startup prospects in the food processing sector.


Hands-on workshop on “Probiotics, Microgreens & Fermented Vegetables”18th September 2025

Date: 18th September 2025

The Department of Food Technology conducted a hands-on workshop on “Probiotics, Microgreens & Fermented Vegetables” was conducted for PUC students to promote healthy eating and scientific food practices. The session combined education with fun, introducing students to the benefits of probiotics for gut health and immunity. Participants learned to grow microgreens using simple materials and harvest them in just 7–10 days, and enjoyed a live demo on preparing and storing fermented vegetables. The workshop provided a unique, practical insight into natural nutrition and the world of beneficial microbes.