Food Processing Expert

Education & Qualifications

- Master’s degree in Agribusiness Management/ Food Technology/ Horticulture or related field

Experience Requirements

- The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in post-harvest management and the food processing sector:
- Relevant

Experience:

Minimum 8+ years of experience in food processing or post-harvest technology related projects.

Scope of Work

The Food Processing Expert will be responsible for strategizing, developing, and ensuring compliance for food processing initiatives across the state:

- Value Addition Strategy:
Develop value addition and processing strategies specifically for fruits, vegetables, and spices.
- Project Development:
Prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for processing units, structuring them under government and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models.
- Quality & Compliance:
Ensure stringent food safety compliance with mandatory regulations and standards such as FSSAI and ISO standards.
- Post-Harvest Systems Design:
Design and implement efficient post-harvest handling systems, including solutions for grading, sorting, and packaging.
- Logistics & Loss Reduction:
Coordinate with cold storage and logistics providers to strategically reduce post-harvest losses.
- Branding & Market Access:
Promote effective branding and marketing strategies for processed products in both domestic and international markets.
- Capacity Building:
Train farmers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and entrepreneurs in relevant processing technologies.