NIFTEM-K Partners with Massey University
The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Massey University, New Zealand, to strengthen international collaboration in food technology, research, innovation, and higher education.
The agreement was signed on July 2, 2026, in the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India.
The signing ceremony was attended by A. P. Das Joshi, Secretary, MoFPI, Devesh Deval, Joint Secretary, MoFPI, and a senior delegation from NIFTEM-K led by Dr. Harinder Singh Oberoi, Director, NIFTEM-K.
Key Objectives of the MoU
The partnership aims to strengthen academic and research cooperation between the two institutions and create opportunities for innovation in the food processing sector.
The collaboration will focus on:
- Joint research projects in food technology and food processing
- Collaborative applications for national and international research funding
- Exchange of faculty members, researchers, and academic experts
- Student exchange and mobility programmes
- Participation in seminars, workshops, conferences, and academic meetings
- Promotion of innovation and knowledge sharing in food science and technology
Both institutions will appoint dedicated coordinators to ensure smooth implementation and monitoring of collaborative activities.
Five-Year Agreement
The Memorandum of Understanding will remain valid for five years from the date of the final signature. The agreement may be extended for another five years with the mutual consent of both institutions.
The MoU also includes provisions to protect the intellectual property rights of both parties while providing a flexible framework for future academic and research collaborations.
Benefits for Students and Researchers
The partnership is expected to create new opportunities for students, faculty members, and researchers by providing greater exposure to international education and collaborative research.
Expected benefits include:
- Enhanced international academic cooperation
- Access to global research expertise
- Greater opportunities for student and faculty exchange
- Joint innovation in food processing technologies
- Improved research capacity and knowledge transfer
- Stronger industry-oriented academic partnerships
Strengthening India’s Food Technology Ecosystem
International collaborations play an important role in advancing food technology, sustainable food processing, and innovation. By partnering with one of New Zealand’s leading universities, NIFTEM-K aims to accelerate research, improve academic excellence, and contribute to the development of a globally competitive food processing sector in India.
The collaboration also supports India’s vision of strengthening innovation, entrepreneurship, and research in the food processing industry through global partnerships.
The MoU between NIFTEM-K and Massey University marks an important step toward expanding international cooperation in food technology and higher education. Through collaborative research, student and faculty exchanges, and innovation-driven initiatives, the partnership is expected to benefit both institutions while contributing to advancements in food processing research and skill development.
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