Going the entrepreneurial way

With functional knowledge of everything ranging from procurement of raw materials to development of a finished product, food technologists are in a good position to set up small-scale manufacturing, preservation and processing units," elucidates Krishna. A few years of industrial exposure, coupled with sound operational skills and knowledge of labor and fund management can help one set up small-scale production and preservation units of biscuits, breads, juices and other confectionery items. To encourage food technologists climb the entrepreneurial ladder, The Ministry of Food Processing Industries also provides aid and guidance in setting up small and cottage scale ventures.