Awards and Honors –
- Best Cashew Entrepreneur Award 2026 – Conferred by the ICAR – Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur.
- Innovative Entrepreneur Award for Cashew Apple Value Addition Products (2026) – Conferred by the ICAR – Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur.
- Award of Excellence – Innovative Entrepreneur in 2025 – Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan by ICAR–IIHR, Bengaluru.
- Award of Excellence – Innovative Entrepreneur from IIHR Bengaluru (2025)
- Kalukura Krishika Siri Award from Kalukura Pratishtana, Mangaluru (2025)
- Excellence Entrepreneur Award from IIHR (2024) for Innovative Products
- Karavali Ratna Award from Sri Adichunchanagiri Math, Mangaluru (2024)
- District Successful Entrepreneur Award from the CDOK Skill Development Organization (2021)
- Yuva Sadhaka Award from KVG Sullia Social Service Organization (2021)
- Young Entrepreneur Award at the AFST (I) International Food Conference, Mysuru (2018)
Mr. Radhakrishna I was honored with the Award of Excellence – Innovative Entrepreneur in 2025 under the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan by ICAR–IIHR, Bengaluru. This recognition acknowledges his outstanding contribution to agricultural innovation, value-added food processing, and efforts in connecting advanced agri-technologies with grassroots implementation, thereby supporting rural development and sustainable growth.
We are honored to receive the Award of Excellence – Innovative Entrepreneur from the Honorable Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. This prestigious recognition reflects our continuous efforts in food innovation, value-added agricultural products, and promoting sustainable practices. It also strengthens our commitment to empowering farmers, supporting rural livelihoods, and delivering healthy, natural food solutions to society.
Mr. Radhakrishna I was honored with the Karavali Ratna Award in 2024, recognizing his outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship, food innovation, and community development in the coastal region. This prestigious honor reflects his dedication to promoting traditional nutrition, supporting rural livelihoods, and creating a meaningful impact on society through sustainable initiatives.
Nitya Food Products, Puttur, was honored with the Innovative Leadership of the Year Award at the State PR Awards 2022, presented by the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI). This recognition highlights the organization’s excellence in leadership, innovation in the food industry, and its impactful contribution to promoting value-added products and sustainable business practices.
In 2021, he also received the Yuva Udyami Award from the KVG Sullia Habba Samithi, recognizing his inspiring role as a young entrepreneur and his efforts in promoting food-based enterprises rooted in local traditions.
In 2021, he was honored with the District Successful Entrepreneur Award by CEDOK, Dharwad, acknowledging his achievements in entrepreneurship and his contributions to regional economic growth.
Mr. Radhakrishna Gowda received the Young Entrepreneur / Food Innovation Award at the 8th International Food Convention organized by the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) – AFST(I). The convention was held from December 12–15, 2018 at CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore. This recognition honored his innovative contributions to value-added traditional food products.
Mr. Radhakrishna Ittigundi actively engages with industry and community organizations to support business development and social initiatives. He is a Member of the Puttur Industries Association, contributing to the development of local industries and entrepreneurship. He is also a Member of the Varthakara Sangha, Puttur, which represents the interests of local traders and business communities. In addition, he is a Member of the Rotary Club, Puttur, reflecting his commitment to community service and social responsibility.