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ICAR-NDRI Scientists Develop Tech to Double Paneer's Shelf Life to 20 Days

Scientists at the ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal have developed a patented Antimicrobial Coagulant Formulation (AMCF) that doubles the shelf life of paneer from 8–10 days to 20–21 days while maintaining its taste and texture.

Nilakshi Barman | | 2 min read

ICAR-NDRI Scientists Develop Tech to Double Paneer's Shelf Life to 20 Days
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In Brief:

  1. Scientists at ICAR-NDRI, Karnal, developed a patented technology extending paneer's shelf life from 8–10 days to 20–21 days.
  2. Developed by Dr. Pradip Vishnu Behare over 8–9 years of research, the innovation utilizes an Antimicrobial Coagulant Formulation (AMCF).
  3. The AMCF technology combines dual functionality—serving as both a milk coagulant and a bio-preservative.
  4. It can be applied during paneer manufacturing or as a post-production dipping treatment without altering sensory quality.
  5. ICAR-NDRI Director Dr. Dheer Singh confirmed the technology is ready for commercialization to help reduce dairy wastage.

Scientists at the ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal have achieved a major breakthrough in dairy processing by developing a patented technology that extends the shelf life of paneer from the typical 8 to 10 days to at least 20 to 21 days.

Led by Dr. Pradip Vishnu Behare from the institute's Dairy Microbiology Division following eight to nine years of research, the technique utilizes an innovative Antimicrobial Coagulant Formulation (AMCF). Unlike conventional chemical preservatives, AMCF integrates biopreservative and coagulating functionality directly into the production process or via a dipping treatment, improving microbial stability while preserving original texture and taste.

ICAR-NDRI Director Dr. Dheer Singh stated that the technology is ready for commercialization and technology transfer, promising greater supply chain flexibility, reduced product wastage, and enhanced market reach for both large dairy processors and small-scale entrepreneurs.

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