Category Archives: food science

FAGAS Association of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Outreach Program (SLCS Samaaj Seva) through “Cleaning Activity on Sothuparai Dam”  on 19th January, 2023 to educate and promote civic sense among the public of the Sothuparai Dam, situated at the foothills of Western Ghats, Periyakulam, Theni. Students went to all the areas and were briefed on the importance of maintaining cleanliness of the dam. The cleaning process continued in the Sothuparai Dam on 19.01.23.Throughout the cleaning campaign, the groups which were formed clicked various photos that included some before and after images of the cleaned area. The Clean and Green Campaign aims to protect and care for the environment by engaging the community in an environmentally conscious lifestyle. The students were encouraged and motivated for their hard work and dedication after which everyone spent some valuable time together. By 4.30PM, the team dispersed and gladly thanked each other.  In this outreach activity, 18 students and 1 faculty were involved in removing clutter, dust, crumbs, and other wastes such as papers, plastic cups, carry bags reserved in certain areas, which were collected and dumped in the dustbin by the students.

Department of Food Science and Processing Management & Career Counseling cell jointly organized a career counseling session on “Inculcating Ethical Values in Students” for II & III FSPM Students. Mr. C. Suresh Kumar, Head of the Department, MCHM, acted as the career counsellor. He enlightened the students on the foundations of a career practice, i.e., ethics and honesty. He exclaimed ‘Ethics’ as career practitioners, which is based on a competency model that defines professional behaviour, interpersonal competence, career development knowledge, and needs assessment and referral. He also encouraged the students by presenting a small gift to              Ms. M. Karthiga Devi, I FSPM, for her good observation of the session. Totally, 19 students participated in this session.

FAGAS Association of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Outreach Program (SLCS Samaaj Seva) through “Siddha Diet and Nutrition for Healthy Life” on 09.01.2023. Students emphasized on the Siddhas healthy eating and the nutritional importance of a balanced diet.  They described the significance of balancing food ingredients (Thirithoda) such as, pepper, turmeric, cumin seeds, asafoetida, dried ginger, cardamom, fenugreek and garlic. It maintains the homeostasis of the three humors namely, Vali, Azhal and Aiyam. Totally, 20 students actively participated and 20 members got benefited through this extension activity.

Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Industrial Visit to Kavery Cold Storage, Paravai on 15.12.2022.  It was an informative and interesting visit and the students learned the storage temperature, conditions and the factors affecting cold storage conditions in Cereals, Pulses, vegetables and greens. The students learned the importance of cold storage. Mr. Jaya Kumar, Factory Manager, explained the history, industrial development and technological aspects and professional ethics involved in processing. In general, the visit helped us to gain some technical input to improve the shelf life by proper storage to avoid decay, contamination and spoilage.  The students of I, II and III FSPM (Totally 37 students) and two faculty members got benefited through this visit.

 

Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Outreach Program SLCS Samaaj Seva on “Importance of Health and Fitness for Adults “on 3.12.2022 at 3.00 in Paramakudi. Students explained the importance of Physical activity which improves one’s ability to live healthier and longer (especially during adult period). Regular physical activity can positively impact multiple dimensions of one’s life which can decrease the risk of developing chronic disease and improve health benefits of those living with a chronic disease.  Totally, 13 students participated and 10 members got benefited through this activity.

To commemorate “World Immunization Day”, FAGAS Association of Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Outreach Program SLCS Samaaj Seva on “Emphasizing the Importance of Immunization” on 30.11.2022 at 3.00 in Kariapatti. This day aims to spread the incredible health benefits of getting vaccinated and how it can prevent many diseases and disorders. Vaccination has become the need of the hour in today’s world. A breakthrough in helping to eradicate many illnesses, such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, smallpox, and the latest pandemic, COVID-19 that has been infecting millions of people over the past few years. The importance of vaccination cannot be stressed enough, since age-old times. Our students created awareness on the power of immunization, as it is one of the best health measures that a human can take for his own good. Vaccines, not only control infectious diseases and major outbreaks but also it is a primary tool in providing anti-microbial resistance to all the people, especially lactating mothers. Totally, 13 students participated and 20 people got benefited through this activity.

 

 

Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an Industrial Visit to Naga Foods– Dindigul on 26.11.2022. It was an informative and interesting visit and the students learned the processing of maida, sooji and whole wheat flour based food products and their preservation techniques, which inhibit microbiological or biochemical changes and thus allow time for distribution, sales and home storage. Ms. Soniya, Marketing BTL Manager Naga Foods, explained the history, industrial development and technological aspects and professional ethics involved in food processing. Totally, 35 students of FSPM actively participated in this industrial visit.

 

To commemorate “WORLD MILK  DAY, FAGAS Association, Department of Food Science and Processing Management, celebrated World Milk day with the theme- “Dairy Net Zero” on 25.11.22 at 11.30 am in our college. The program was inaugurated by                          Dr. R. Sujatha, Principal, Dr. K. Archunan, vice Principal and Dr. S. Priya, Dean Academics. .Dr. K. U. Pavitra Krishna, Head of the department, introduced the students to the Principal and explained that the day provided an opportunity to focus on the types of milk and created awareness on our healthy diets. Totally, 37 students actively participated in the entire program and got benefited.

To commemorate “World Diabetes Day”, FAGAS Association of Department of Food Science and Processing Management organized an (Outreach Program SLCS Samaaj Seva) on “Raising Awareness on Diabetes Management for All” on 23.11.2022 at TVS Nagar & Anupannadi between 4.00-6.00 pm to raise awareness on diabetes as a global public health issue and what needs to be done, collectively and individually for better prevention, diagnosis and management of the condition on the theme ‘Access to Diabetes Education‘. Our Students realized that everyone must contribute and understand his/her social responsibilities towards society. Totally, 11 students participated and 20 members got benefited through this activity.

       A webinar on “Innovation in Food Regulation and Plant Management” was organized by the Department of Food Science and Processing Management on 18.11.22 at Seminar Hall. Dr. K. Singaravadivel, Independent director, Tamil Nadu Food Grains Marketing Yard, Madurai, acted as the resource person for the webinar. During this webinar, the resource person clearly explained the various innovative food regulations and the benefits to the consumers. Overall, the webinar was highly beneficial for the students, and they gained a good knowledge on the innovation of food regulations and it is related to the course “Food Regulation and Plant Management”. In Total, 35 students from I, II & III years actively participated in the webinar.