To Whom :
Undergraduates following courses in food science
Agenda : Resource and Research and Development
Lack of information on appropriate technologies, products and services impedes the expansion of small-scale entrepreneurship in the food-processing sector. The Cathy Rich Centre has over the years gathered information and developed processes and products that suit the conditions of resource poor small-scale food processors.
As a resource centre the Cathy Rich Centre offers technical assistance, space and equipment for: Potential entrepreneurs to try out their new products Small-scale entrepreneurs to improve their products Medium-scale entrepreneurs to enhance their skills
Our product development activities include:
Ingredient selection
Regulations
Formulation
Food safety
Processing methods
Product costing and pricing
The centre is presently engaged in research and development work in:
Rice flour products
Drying of fruits and vegetables
Oil extraction from seeds
Preservation of products using appropriate techniques
This programme is designed to help university students understand the practical approach to the food processing theories they learnt, with the emphasis on appropriate technology for small-scale food processors
