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NIFTEM K to host International Conference 'AVNESH 2026' on Sustainable and Next Generation Healthy Foods

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-K) will organize a AVNESH 2026, an international conference on advanced next-generation vision for emerging and sustainable healthy foods , from February 26 to 28, 2026 at its Kundli campus.

Kundli - National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-K) , an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India is set to organise an International Conference titled 'AVNESH 2026'- Advanced Next Generation Vision for Emerging and Sustainable Healthy Foods from February 26-28, 2026.

The conference aims to bring together academicians, scientists, researchers, policymakers, industry, leaders, entrepreneurs, farmers, startups, investors and international organisation on a common platform to discuss innovations, technologies and policies shaping the future of sustainable and technology driven food systems.

AVNESH 2026 will focus on key areas, including digital technologies in food processing, alternate proteins, food safety and traceability, sustainable processing, circular economy, neutraceuticals, personalised nutrition,  post-harvest management, food business analytics and regulatory framework. The event will feature keynote lectures, plenary talks, panel discussions, technical sessions, poster and oral presentation and exhibitions.

The conference also aims to promote industry-academia collaboration, technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and evidence-based policymaking to strengthen resilient and sustainable global food ecosystems.

Important Dates:

Last date for Abstract Submission: January 30, 2026

Last date for Full-Length Paper Submission: February 15, 2026

Conference Dates: February 26–28, 2026

Registration Fees (Selected Categories):

International Delegate: USD 200 (Early Bird) | USD 250 (Regular)

International Student: USD 100 | USD 150

National Delegate (Academic/Research): ₹5,000 | ₹6,000

Industry Delegate (National): ₹9,000 | ₹10,000

Student (National): ₹1,500 | ₹2,000

Registration includes conference kit, meals, and local transport during the event.

The conference is being organised under the leadership of Dr.  Harinder Singh Oberoi, Director, NIFTEM-K, with senior faculty members serving on the organizing committee. Interested participants can register and submit abstracts through the official NIFTEM-K website niftem.ac.in

 

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