ICAR-CIPHET Ludhiana Licenses Innovative Technology for Hesperidin Extraction from Kinnows to BNK Foods, Uttarakhand
ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana, has successfully licensed its groundbreaking technology, titled "Process for Extraction of Hesperidin from Immature Dropped Kinnows," to BNK Foods, Uttarakhand.
City Air News
Aug 23, 2024 06:22
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Ludhiana, August 23.2024: ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana, has successfully licensed its groundbreaking technology, titled "Process for Extraction of Hesperidin from Immature Dropped Kinnows," to BNK Foods, Uttarakhand.
The licensing agreement was officially signed today between Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director of CIPHET, and Akash Joshi, Director of BNK Foods. This innovative process, developed by Dr. Manju Bala, Dr. Deepika Goswami, Dr, Mridula D., Dr. R.K. Vishwakarma & Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale at ICAR-CIPHET, offers an efficient method to extract hesperidin, a valuable bioflavonoid with numerous health benefits, from immature dropped kinnows. The technology not only adds value to kinnow waste but also presents a sustainable opportunity for businesses in the nutraceutical and food industries.
Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale hailed the licensing agreement as a major step in bridging agricultural research with industry, expressing confidence that BNK Foods will effectively use the technology to produce high-quality hesperidin, driving economic growth and health benefits. This agreement highlights CIPHET's commitment to transforming agricultural practices and promoting economic development.
The event was facilitated by Dr. Renu Balakrishnan, I/c ITMU. On this occasion Dr. R.K. Vishwakarma, PC (PHET), Dr. Ranjeet Singh, Head ToT were also present.
