AFRU Recognized for Innovation at ProFood ProPack 2024!
The Association of Food Technology (AFRU), Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka,
has once again demonstrated its excellence in food innovation by securing two prestigious awards at
the ProFood ProPack AgBiz Exhibition 2024. This annual event, organized by the Sri Lanka Food
Processors Association (SLFPA), is the South Asia’s largest food, packaging, and agribusiness
exhibition.
AFRU received the Winner—Most Commercially Viable Product award for its innovative Saucy
Delight Sauce, a unique and flavorful sauce designed to enhance consumers’ convenience and taste.
The product’s market potential and scalability were key factors in earning this recognition.
Additionally, AFRU was honored as the First Runner-Up – Green Innovation for its Eco-Sprout Plant
Pot. This is an eco-friendly and sustainable solution that supports plant growth while minimizing
environmental impact. This recognition highlights AFRU’s commitment to sustainability and green
technology in food-related innovations.
These achievements underscore our undergraduates’ dedication, creativity, and technical expertise
in advancing food technology and sustainability. The Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University of Sri
Lanka, takes immense pride in this success and congratulates the AFRU team for their outstanding
contributions to the industry.
We look forward to witnessing more ground-breaking innovations from AFRU in the future as they
continue to set new benchmarks in food technology and sustainability.
