ICRAF 2026 | International Conference on Food Value Chain Technologies

Background

About

Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology (SIET) is a premier Autonomous institution in Coimbatore, dedicated to "Reaching the Unreachable" through academic excellence and world-class infrastructure. Founded by Chairman Dr. S. Thangavelu, the college is accredited with an 'A' Grade by NAAC and features several NBA-accredited programs. SIET holds the distinction of being the only private engineering college in India to design, develop, and launch its own satellite, SriShakthiSat, in collaboration with ISRO. This spirit of innovation is fueled by nine specialized Centres of Excellence, including labs for Full Stack Development, Cyber Security, and Augmented Reality, as well as a NABL-accredited Food Testing Lab. The institution prioritizes holistic development and industry readiness, mandating 30 days of practical training every semester. This commitment to skill-building has resulted in "Dazzling Diamond" placement offers of up to ₹33 Lakhs per annum from global leaders like Microsoft, Zoho, and Caterpillar. Beyond academics, the campus is home to the state-of-the-art Sri Shakthi Sports Complex and hosts the celebrated Velan Thiruvizha, a massive annual agriculture festival that connects students with traditional roots. With a 19-year legacy of excellence and a focus on empowering the youth, SIET continues to be a leader in technical education and research.

Submissions Open

Call for Papers

Authors are invited to submit original research papers and posters on the following topics.

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Advances in nutraceuticals and functional food research

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Innovation in food microbiology and enzyme technology

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AI enabled food safety, traceability and risk assessment

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Next generation food processing and preservation technologies

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Recent trends in food quality evaluation and regulatory systems

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Advancements in food product design and developments

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Robotics and automation in food processing

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Advanced waste valorization in circular food system

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Active and intelligent packaging technologies

Distinguished Experts

Keynote Speakers

Day 1

November 20, 2026

Dr. C. Anandharamakrishnan

Director

CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, Trivandrum

Dr. K. Kadirvelu

Ph.D, D.Sc., FRSC Scientist 'G' & Associate Director, Defence Bioengineering Electromedical Laboratory (DEBEL)

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Bangalore, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India

Day 2

November 21, 2026

Margaret Frimpong

Quality Assurance and Food Safety

ZENO'S ENTERPRISES

Dr. R. Pandiselvam

Senior Scientist, Division of Agricultural Engineering

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), Pusa, New Delhi

Timeline

Important Dates

Mark your calendar and meet all deadlines to ensure smooth processing.

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Last date for abstract submission

31st Sep, 2026

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Conference registration deadline

31st Sep, 2026

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Notification of abstract acceptance

5th Oct, 2026

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Notification of full paper submission

26th Oct, 2026

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Notification of full paper acceptance

2nd Nov, 2026

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Commencement of conference registration with fee

5th Nov, 2026

Submit Your Work

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New authors should register to receive a Paper ID and password by email. Returning authors can log in to submit or track their abstract.

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Join the Conference

Registration Fee

Participant Category	Indian (INR)	International (USD)
Students (UG/PG)	₹3,000	$31.29
Academicians and Researchers	₹4,000	$41.72
Industrial Persons and Scientists	₹5,000	$52.15

Bank Transfer Details

Beneficiary Name

ICRACM

Account Number

920010072175451

Bank Name

Axis Bank

Branch

Peelamedu

IFSC Code

UTIB0001748

How to Submit

Submission Guidelines

Follow this step-by-step process to submit your research paper. Adhere strictly to submission deadlines and formatting requirements.

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Registration

Register as a participant at www.icraf.in to get your unique user ID.

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Login

Log in using the user ID generated during registration for further updates and tracking.

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Abstract Submission

Submit an abstract outlining the aim, objectives, methodology, and key findings within the deadline.

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Abstract Screening

The scientific committee reviews your abstract for originality, relevance, and technical quality.

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Intimation of Acceptance

You will be notified of abstract acceptance via your registered email.

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Payment

Authors of accepted abstracts must pay the applicable registration fee before the deadline.

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Full Paper Submission

Submit the complete manuscript following the prescribed format and guidelines within the deadline.

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Full Paper Confirmation

Full papers undergo final review; acceptance and publication details are communicated to authors.

Abstract Template

Download the abstract submission template (.docx)

Research Paper Guidelines

Author guidelines for research paper submissions (.docx)

Review Paper Guidelines

Author guidelines for review paper submissions (.docx)

Note: Authors are advised to adhere strictly to submission deadlines and formatting requirements to ensure smooth processing of their manuscripts.

The Team

Organizing Committee

Chief Patron

Dr. S. Thangavelu
Founder & Chairman, SIET

Patrons

Er. T. Dheepan
Secretary, SIET
Mr. T. Sheelan
Joint Secretary, SIET
Dr. N. M. Saravana Kumar
Principal, SIET
Dr. S. Prakash
DEAN, SIET
Dr. M. Nirmala
DEAN (Research), SIET

Convenor / Organizing Chair

Mrs. M. Sujitha
HOD / Food Technology

Organizing Secretaries

Ms. G. Nageswari
AP / Food Technology
Dr. A. Kavithaakani
AP / Food Technology

Staff Coordinators

Dr. S. Ramalakshmi
AP / Food Technology

Student Coordinators

Ms. S. Yutikasree
Food Technology
Mr. S. Dhanush
Food Technology
Ms. M.S. Akshaya Lakshmi
Food Technology
Mr. S. Sreekanth
Food Technology

Academic Advisory Committee

Dr. R. Nirmal Kumar
AP & Head, Dept. of Biotechnology, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women
Dr. S. Bhuvana
Professor, Dept. of Food Safety & Quality Assurance, NIFTEM-T

Industry Advisory Committee