Friday 21 May 2016 at 5:00pm, a series of talks was oragnised by TEDx Talk, under the theme “Food for Thought” at the Trianon Convention Centre. The nine speakers are influential models from various walks of life- artists, scientists and academicians.Two staff from the Faculty of Agriculture gave 2 inspring talks at the event, Dr H.Neetoo, academic staff and Mr V.Ramborun, an MPhil/PhD student.
Mr Ramborun discussed why the agricultural sector is facing youth unemployment.
22,000 unemployed youth in Mauritius. Only 10% of farmers are youth. Who will grow our food in the future. Why not earn a living with roof top farming and coriander.
Dr Neetoo explained how use of high pressure processing can preserve the quality of seafood products. Seafood - when you see it what do you think - irresistible,
mouthwatering, gourmet? Or Perishable? High pressure processing, a
technique for seafood shelf life extension which keeps the texture,
taste and colour. Below are the two videos of their presentations.Dr H.Neetoo presentation
Mr V. Ramborun Presentation
