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In conjunction with AFRICIAT and Heifer International, the DFSNT through Dr George Abong’ took part in training of community Based Organizations in Homabay and Migori Counties. The Training was held at the IEBC hall in Homabay county and the main aim was to train trainers who would use the community network in changing behaviours to embrace production and consumption of chicken meat and eggs.  Essential nutrition actions, diversification of diets that will have adequate food groups while utilizing locally available foods were key messages.

In conjunction with Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and SUSTALDE Fundacion (Spain), the University of Nairobi through Hortigreen Project led by the Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology and Wangari Maathai Institute trained horticultural MSMEs and business intermediaries on sustainable and efficient use of key natural resources (water and electricity) as well as waste management.

The University of Nairobi through the Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology (DFSNT) and the Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection (PSCP) in conjunction with Purdue University and support from Rockefeller Foundation conducted a training on key requirements for value addition of mangoes and other fruits and vegetables.

The University of Nairobi through the Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology (DFSNT) and the Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection (PSCP) in conjunction with Purdue University and support from Rockefeller Foundation conducted a training on key requirements for value addition of mangoes and other fruits and vegetables.

In conjunction with Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries and private practitioners, the National committee held a workshop with an aim of developing standards to facilitate trade in indigenous chicken that form majority of the poultry production in Kenya. As part of the National technical committee, Dr. Abong chaired a group that worked on code of practice for production, transport, and point of use for indigenous chicken. A draft standard for indigenous chicken was developed as well.

On January 9, 2021, the Pilot plant and processing hub received visitors keen in collaborative research and investment in processing of fresh fruits and vegetables in sustainable manner. Led by the director, centre for advancement, the team discussed key avenues of collaboration and involvement as the team forges ahead with enhancement of profitable ventures of fruits value addition and preservation.

On 8-11 February 2021, the Codex Committee on General Principles held its 1st virtual workshop for its member states as well as observers. Kenya was represented by the members of the National Codex Committee that included among others Dr. George Abong’, a senior lecturer at the DFSNT. During the meeting, aspects of standards development and working through correspondents were discussed. The Kenyan delegation led by Codex contact point (Maryann Kindiki) and Dr.

Dr. George Abong’, a senior lecturer at the Department f Food Science, Nutrition and Technology participated in a training on development and harmonization of East African Standards that was held in Lake Naivasha Sawela Hotel, Naivasha. The training brought together technical committee secretaries and chairmen to enhance their knowledge and skills of developing useful standards that are applicable not only to the nation but also to the East African region. Dr.

The Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology welcomed the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI) to carry out a site inspection leading to accreditation to continue offering BSc. Food Nutrition and Dietetics course. The site inspectors led by KNDI CEO (Dr. D Okeyo), KNDI Accreditation Committee Chair (Dr. G. Nguka) and Accreditation Committee Secretary (Mr. Martin Kiome) were received received at the department by the Chairman of the Department (DR. G Abong), Head of Applied Human Nutrition (Dr. S Ngala), BSc. Programme leader (Prof. W.

Scholars world over continue to research on various approaches to achieve sustainable development goal 2 to end hunger, achieve food security and improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture. The University of Nairobi has intensely researched in the areas of Food safety and Food security and trained various stakeholders in food handling to ensure the food products are not only safe for human consumption but also nutritious and wholesome.