Host Institute
The ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering (CIAE) is a premier Institute in the country to conduct basic, applied and adaptive research in agricultural engineering. Human resource development by organizing specialized training courses is a major commitment of the Institute to upgrade the skills of faculties, scientists, subject matter specialists, farmers, manufacturers and planners engaged in the promotion of farm mechanization and geoprocessing in the country. The Institute has the facilities to undertake R&D activities in the areas of farm mechanization, conservation agriculture, irrigation and drainage engineering, energy production & management, agro processing & food technology, soybean
processing and utilization. The farm land of 93 ha, workshop facilities and library supports the research and development works of the institute. The Institute campus is located on Berasia Road and is 7 km from Bhopal railway station and 8 km from airport. The Winter School falls during start of winter season, with an ambient temperature around 25°C. Light warm cloths may be required during this period.
Objectives
The aim of the proposed CAFT training is to create awareness among the participants regarding to on farm processing of millets, improved mechanized practices for millet production, processing technologies for value addition in millets and millets by-product utilization for food & nutraceutical applications.
Course Contents
The course contents include lectures, demonstrations, hands-on practical and visits
Millets: Malnutrition, Nutritional Security and Entrepreneurs.
Millet by-product utilization for food & nutraceutical applications.
Demand Creation measures and value chain models in millets in India.
Ergonomics and safety aspects of millet production and processing.
Role of Nutri hub Incubation for development of business opportunities in millets : An Indian Scenario.
Food regulation and HACCP management for millets and millet added products.
Eligibility
The training programme is open to Scientists/Teachers/Subject Matter Specialists/ Professionals of ICAR Institutes/CAU/SAUs/KVKs involved in research, development and extension programme. A maximum of 25 participants will be selected based on their experience and area of work. One to two participants may be sponsored from each Institute / Organization.
Important Dates
Last date for receipt of applications : 15.01.2024
Intimation to selected candidates : 20. 01.2024
Confirmation by selected candidates : 25.01.2024
Training Date :Feb 22, 2024- March 02, 2024
Read more: https://ciae.icar.gov.in/assets/img/training/AppdCaft2024.pdf
Original link: https://ciae.icar.gov.in
