The Departemnt of Food Science Nutrition and Techonology's unit Pilot Plant is wholly owned by the University of Nairobi specializing in teaching and research in Food Science, Food Nutrition and Dietetics and Food Safety and Quality.
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.
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.
MANGO PROCESSING TRAINING
