This session explores the role of artificial intelligence, automation and digital transformation in the food industry. Topics include machine learning, robotics, smart manufacturing, IoT, predictive analytics, digital quality control, process automation, food safety monitoring and data-driven production systems. The session also highlights Industry 4.0 applications that improve efficiency, traceability, sustainability and decision-making in food businesses.



Title : 3D printing of fish product enriched with essential nutrients
C O Mohan, ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, India
Title : Applied food science as a driver of next-generation food innovation
Harsha Hirdyani, Curcumin Sdn Bhd, Malaysia
Title : Cold atmospheric plasma for microbial decontamination of fresh produce and agricultural water: Mechanistic evidence, process intensification, and translational research priorities
Kasiviswanathan Muthukumarappan, South Dakota State University, United States
Title : Climate change, dairy animals and human nutrition: Challenges and opportunities
Kiran Dande, Mahatma Basweshwar College, India
Title : Antioxidant properties of honey derived from sweet potato flowers compared with commercial Japanese honeys
Momoko Hidaka, University of Miyazaki, Japan
Title : Quality evaluation of agricultural and food products using deep learning
Narendra V G, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India