The CSIR-CFTRI Food Enterprise Conclave 2025, held on 15^th July 2025, was an enriching one-day event aimed at connecting science with the food industry. Organized by CFTRI and MCCIA, the conclave featured experts from various fields, who shared their knowledge on innovations in food processing, packaging, storage, functional foods, and business development.

• Introduction to novel products like functional chocolates, coconut spreads, and fortified
• Snacks
• Real-world solutions for scaling up food enterprises with proper R&D and branding
• Focus on eco-friendly, intelligent, and safe packaging practices
• Networking among students, industry professionals, academicians, and policymakers