Technology may not be the first thing considered when discussing food industry issues. Today, however, advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have made automation a factor that cannot be ignored when considering food production and distribution. And India is gearing up to accelerate the integration of AI in the food processing industry, his PTI report said. According to a government announcement, the initiative aims to increase farmers' efficiency, further improve their incomes, and minimize their impact on the environment. The announcement was made at a recent conference on the use of cutting-edge technologies in the food and agriculture sector, organized by the National Institute of Food Technology and Entrepreneurship (NIFTEM).
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According to a PTI report, senior officials and government advisors present at the meeting emphasized the need for a proper roadmap and strategy for implementing AI solutions, which is still at a very early stage compared to the country's large food processing industry. emphasized the need for
Food Processing Secretary Anita Praveen said, “As an industry, we need to create a roadmap. MEITY Secretary has joined us and I am sure he will be a great support in this endeavour,” referring to the Secretary. .Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY)
MEITY Secretary S. Krishnan further explained that although some technological progress has been made in the agricultural sector, the food processing industry is at an early stage in terms of utilization of such technologies.
Officials added that AI tools could also help improve efficiency across the sector as India aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.
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What is artificial intelligence in the food industry? How is AI used in this field?
Artificial intelligence in the food sector includes the use of technology, data analytics, and machine learning to enhance food production, precision agriculture, quality control, personalized nutrition, supply chain management, and customer experience. According to experts, such applications help ensure food quality and standards while maintaining efficient production processes.