CIFT begins 'aquamillet' training for entrepreneurs

Kochi: The Central institute of fisheries technology (CIFT) has initiated training entrepreneurs focusing on ‘aquamillets’ with a grant from department of science and technology under Science Heritage and Research Initiative (SHRI).

CIFT has already developed a diverse range of food products crafted from millets and fish several months ago.

The lineup includes gluten-free cookies, fishMi sausages, millet-based batter formulations, and millet muffins fortified with collagen peptide. The products have been developed by a team of scientists led by J Bindu, Remya S, Elavarasan K, CO Mohan, P Viji, and Sarika K from the fish processing division at CIFT.

The addition of fish protein to millet-based food items has significantly enhanced their nutritional value. Fish is a rich source of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals, making these food products particularly beneficial for children, pregnant women, and the elderly. The project seeks to develop innovative ready-to-eat smart functional foods that combine the nutritional benefits of millets with the richness of fish protein and lipid in the next three years. It aims to empower local entrepreneurs, enhance food security, and contribute to the economic development of the state.

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