At Abhijnana Food Products Pvt Ltd, we believe that traditional food becomes a powerful health solution when backed by modern science. Our “crystal clear” quality is not just a promise; it is the result of rigorous research and technical collaborations with India’s premier food technology and agricultural research institutions.
By bridging the gap between our manufacturing facility in Puttur and national-level research labs, we ensure that every Nidhi product meets the highest standards of safety, shelf-life, and nutritional density.
We take immense pride in our long-standing associations with the giants of Indian food-tech:
Our pioneering work in Jackfruit Value Addition is driven by technology transfer from IIHR.
- The Impact: We have mastered the art of processing seasonal jackfruit seeds into nutrient-dense powders and cookies, ensuring zero waste and maximum protein retention.
- Training: Our team undergoes specialized, hands-on training at the IIHR campus to stay updated on the latest horticultural processing techniques.
As a recipient of the Food Innovation Award from the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) at CFTRI, our bond with this institution is fundamental.
- The Impact: We utilize CFTRI’s globally recognized standards to perfect our Millet (Siridhanya) range and traditional RTC mixes, ensuring they are free from preservatives while maintaining an authentic “home-cooked” taste.
- The Impact: This collaboration allows us to offer Ready-to-Eat (RTE) and Ready-to-Cook (RTC) solutions that stay fresh naturally, making them ideal for health-conscious families across India.
Through a collaborative technology transfer with the Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur, Abhijnana Food Products is pioneering the commercialization of value-added cashew apple products. By utilizing DCR’s expert research and specialized processing techniques, we have successfully transformed the often-underutilized cashew apple into highly nutritious, consumer-ready items like Cashew Apple Liquid Jaggery and eggless Cashew Apple Muffins. This partnership ensures that our products maintain peak nutritional integrity—including high levels of Vitamin C and antioxidants—while providing a sustainable, innovative alternative to traditional snacks and sweeteners.
In 2019, Nidhi Food Products, Puttur, entered into a Technology Transfer MOU with IIHR Bangalore to develop and enhance mushroom-based Ready-to-Eat (RTE) and Ready-to-Cook (RTC) food products. This collaboration enabled the creation of innovative products such as mushroom rasam and chutney, combining scientific expertise with traditional recipes to deliver nutritious, high-quality food solutions.
Abhijnana Food Products has received technology transfer from the ICAR – Directorate of Cashew Research, Puttur, for the development of cashew apple value-added products. This collaboration enables the transformation of underutilized cashew apples into nutritious, high-quality food products, combining scientific expertise with traditional processing methods to ensure better shelf life, enhanced nutrition, and wider consumer accessibility.
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.
Our collaboration extends beyond labs to the very soil of Dakshina Kannada:
- Farmer Partnerships: We work directly with local farmers in and around Puttur, sourcing raw materials like Jackfruit seeds and Millets at fair market prices. This ensures a sustainable supply chain and supports the local agricultural economy.
- Rural Empowerment: Our manufacturing process is a collaborative effort with over 30 rural women, providing them with stable employment and skill development in professional food processing.
- Validated Nutrition: You aren’t just taking our word for it—our products are based on formulas developed by India’s top scientists.
- Uncompromising Safety: Every collaboration ensures that our facility follows strict food safety protocols.
- Innovation for Health: Partnerships allow us to create unique products like Flaxseed Chutney Powder and Millet Dosa Mixes that are both healthy and easy to prepare.