The Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR), Kozhikode, will host an ‘ideathon’ with the support of the Kerala State Start-up Mission for promoting innovative ideas and enterprises related to spices as part of its three-day ‘Rise up’ entrepreneurship fair scheduled to commence on February 19. George Ninan, director, Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi, will open the event.
According to IISR officials, six topics related to the development of technologies to expose adulteration in spices, harvesting machines for pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon, artificial intelligence-based devices for finding pest infections, manufacturing of value-added spice products, technologies to combat human-wildlife conflicts, and sustainable agriculture models exploring the scope of AI and drones will be considered at the event.
Interested individuals, students and entrepreneurs can submit their proposals online to the authorities by February 15. The shortlisted candidates will be allowed to present their proposals on the opening day of the fair, which will be attended by around 70 shortlisted entrepreneurs with their products. The winners will be awarded cash prizes at the event. Agriculture Minister P. Prasad will be the chief guest at the valedictory ceremony to be held on February 21. For more details, contact: 9995826799.
Published – February 07, 2025 07:44 pm IST