Fisheries college holds training on use of smart sensor technology for marketing packed fish
The initiative is part of a project funded by the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan programme of Government of India.
D. Kesavan, Assistant Professor and Principal Investigator of the project, demonstrated the preparation and use of an eye sensor capable of detecting spoilage in packed fish without opening the package.
The training highlighted seafood as a vital source of protein, valued for its high digestibility and nutritional benefits. However, factors such as odour and the time required for preparation often discourage consumption, especially among working individuals. Hygienically packed, ready-to-cook fish products, enhanced by spoilage-detection sensors, could help increase consumption and reduce food waste.
The sensor developed through this initiative enables consumers to visually assess freshness, improving confidence in packed seafood and enhancing its market potential. The project aims to foster entrepreneurship in coastal villages by equipping local communities with accessible, post-harvest technologies.
M. Ramar, Assistant Professor and Co-Principal Investigator, participated in the training programme.
Over 60 participants, including college students, local youth, panchayat officials, and community members, took part in the training.
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