Lankan companies explore cutting-edge food technology in Germany

A delegation of nine distinguished representatives from Sri Lanka, representing key stakeholders from the Ministry of Agriculture, Elpitiya Plantation, Eastern and Allied Agencies Limited, and Hettigoda Industries (PVT) Ltd, recently embarked on a visit to the Anuga Foodtec trade fair in Köln, Germany. Organized by the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka), this initiative aimed to immerse the delegates in the latest advancements in food production, processing, packaging, and storage.

Anuga Foodtec, which commenced on March 19, stands as a global leader in showcasing innovations across the entire spectrum of food technology, making it the ultimate destination for industry professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of developments.

During their visit, the Sri Lankan delegates were introduced to cutting-edge technologies in various facets of food processing, including harvesting, supply chain management, packaging, and labeling.

Notably, one standout aspect of the visit was the introduction of “freeze drying” machines, a technology that allows food nearing expiration to undergo a process extending its shelf life to 2 years, thus combating food wastage.

Additionally, these machines are noted for their energy efficiency during production.

Malintha Gajanayake, Head of Corporate Affairs & Export Promotions at the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka, underscored the profound importance of the delegation’s engagement. “Being the official representative of bilateral economic relations between Sri Lanka and Germany, our initiative to bring the first Sri Lankan delegation to Anuga Foodtec is significant,” remarked Gajanayake.

“We firmly believe that this endeavour will not only empower the delegation but also elevate Sri Lanka to unprecedented levels of competitiveness in the global market.”