Objective
To develop knowledge and innovation in postharvest technology for reducing postharvest losses, improving postharvest handling efficiency, enhancing quality and safety, and adding value to agricultural produces
Mission
To create research and innovation in postharvest technology for sustainability and food security
Head of Research Group
Asst. Prof. Dr. Sutthiwal Setha
Tel: +66 (0) 5391 6754
Email: sutthiwal.set@mfu.ac.th
Outstanding Work
No. | Work | Type of work | Summary |
1. | Microwave-assisted hot air dryer | Innovation | A microwave-assisted hot air dryer was designed and set up to improve the drying process for ‘Phulae’ pineapple. Total drying time was successfully reduced to about 7 hours. Without adding any preservatives, the shelf life of dehydrated ‘Phulae’ pineapple was estimated about 6 weeks at room temperature. |
Collaboration
No. | Collaboration | Type of Collaboration | Summary |
1. | Faculty of Agriculture, Kagoshima University, Japan | MOU | - Research Exchange - Joint Symposium - Training - Exchanges Students - Publications |
2. | Graduate School of Horticulture, Chiba University, Japan | MOU | - Research Exchange - Exchanges Students - Publications |
3. | School of Science and Health, University of Western Sydney, Australia | Activity | - Visiting Professor |
Contact
Assistant Prof. Dr. Sutthiwal Setha
Tel: +66 (0) 5391 6754, +66 (0) 5391 6754, +669 5449 1890
E-mail: sutthiwal.set@mfu.ac.th