PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

The SRC develops products based on science and technology research that are market-driven. Many of the products developed supports the agricultural/agro-processing sectors and supports national objectives. Contract research is the usual mode of operation. Product Development includes extraction and processing of essential oils; identification of the active ingredients in medicinal and other local plants and development of value-added products utilizing local material.

Have an innovative idea? Let the SRC assist you with developing your ideas and create award winning products. Product development services are available on request and can be on exclusive or non-exclusive terms. The SRC has been involved in the development of a number of formulations and technologies. These are available at reasonable costs to all individuals interested in product development and/or process improvements.

The SRC has competent staff and adequate facilities that provide quality service and assistance in solving a wide range of problems.

  • We are specialists in establishing scheduled process for low acid canned and acidified foods and provide expertise in canning, processing of milk and milk products, freezing, dehydration techniques, the production of fruits and vegetable juices, purees and concentrates, sauces and seasonings.
  • Let us help you to 'turn your trash into cash' through our waste management programme. Prevent waste! Reuse and Recycle your waste without harming the environment.
  • Let us help you to reduce your operational cost through waste management. We can design wastewater treatment systems, that utilize the principle of anaerobic technology. We can build biodigesters that will utilize your domestic and commercial waste to generate biogas - an alternative source of fuel, which is cheaper than liquid petroleum gas (LPG).
  • Let us help you to develop new products and create new industries.

 

 

 
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