ICAR-CIPHET Ludhiana licensed microbial protein isolate/concentrate technology to Central Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur

Ludhiana, March 22, 2025: Oilseed cakes, traditionally considered a by-product of oil extraction, are inherently rich in nutrients. Recognizing this untapped potential, ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana, has developed an innovative microbial technology to convert these oilseed cakes into high-quality protein isolates/concentrates suitable for food applications and Gaurav W. Bagekar Central Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur approached ICAR-CIPHET for this technology. Research team comprises of Dr. D.N. Yadav, Dr. Sangita Bansal, Dr. Surya, Dr. Swati Sethi, Dr. R.K. Singh, Dr. S.N. Jha and Dr Suman Kapila. Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Head ToT and I/c ITMU facilitated this activity. Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director, ICAR-CIPHET, awarded the licensing agreement and certificate upon successful completion of training and assured the licensee of continued support for establishing and scaling up the venture.