A National Stage for Innovation
The Food Innovation and Development (FID) 2024 competition, hosted by Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT), recently concluded with resounding success. Under the theme “The Future of Food,” this nationwide event showcased the brightest young talents in food technology, tackling critical issues like sustainability, food security, and climate resilience.
As a Gold Sponsor, GroupG collaborated with CricketOne to present the challenge: “Developing food products from cricket protein & cricket powder.” This task encouraged students to push boundaries and explore the immense potential of these eco-friendly and highly nutritious ingredients.
The Grand Finale: Celebrating Innovation
The finale on December 21st brought together five outstanding teams that excelled in the Table 3 - Problem Solving Innovation category. Each team demonstrated remarkable creativity and practicality in their solutions, but Crikara Pro team took home the top prize for their visionary product. Their innovative use of cricket-based ingredients underscored their commitment to sustainability and market-ready appeal.
The GroupG Booth: Showcasing the Future of Food
At the event, GroupG’s booth became a highlight, engaging visitors with cricket protein and powder products. Attendees explored their production process, nutritional value, and applications, gaining insight into how insect-based proteins can drive sustainable food systems.
GroupG’s Commitment to a Better Future
GroupG’s involvement in FID 2024 is part of its mission to foster innovation and sustainability in the food industry. Partnering with CricketOne, a leader in insect protein, we aim to empower young talent and create impactful solutions for global food challenges.
✨ Join us in shaping the future of food, one sustainable idea at a time!
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