A startup incubated at the Advanced Biotech Innovation Centre for Aquamarine (ABIC-AM) of the College of Fisheries in Mangaluru has introduced “SalmoRid,” a revolutionary phage-based food processing aid. Developed by GeoPhage Biotech Private Limited, this innovative product has the potential to transform food safety and quality in the fisheries industry.
HN Anjaneyappa, Dean of Fisheries and Chairman of ABIC-AM, highlighted the significance of SalmoRid as a game-changer in food processing. The College of Fisheries, through ABIC-AM, is dedicated to supporting startups and entrepreneurs with the backing of the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) under the Government of Karnataka. An allocation of Rs 6 crore has been made to boost the marine biotech sector and provide cutting-edge infrastructure for marine biotechnology-based industries.
The product launch occurred during a national workshop hosted by the College of Fisheries Alumni Association, showcasing the spirit of innovation, resilience, and the transformative impact of a supportive entrepreneurial community. The event reflects the incubation centre’s commitment to fostering success stories and propelling startups toward a promising future.
L Narashima Murthy, Senior Executive Director of the National Fish Development Board; Dinesh Kumar Kaller, Director of the Department of Fisheries; Chythanya R Das, Founder & CEO of GeoPhage Biotech; and Lakshmisha IP, Head of ABIC-AM, were present at the SalmoRid product launch.
