Participants of the one-day training on food processing and packaging, along with NIWN members which was held at Pristine Foods in Chümoukedima on October 28. (Morung Photo)
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Chümoukedima | October 28
Sixteen Naga women participated in the one-day training on food processing and packaging held at Pristine Foods, Chümoukedima on October 28.
Organized by the Naga Indigenous Women Network (NIWN) in collaboration with Prodigals' Home, Dimapur, the training introduced the women to the fundamentals of food processing, preservation, and packaging. Funded by FIMI, the initiative aimed to promote and enhance livelihood opportunities and empower Indigenous women and girls.
Trainers from the Pristine Foods team provided practical demonstrations on making fruit candies and pickles, emphasising that nothing goes to waste at Pristine Foods. The participants from Dimapur, Kohima, and Manipur actively participated in the hands-on sessions.
NIWN Convenor, Khesheli Chishi emphasised that NIWN is a non-profit organization dedicated to uplifting Naga Indigenous girls and women in meaningful ways. Expressing gratitude for the training under a Naga Indigenous-owned company, she encouraged the participants to work towards financial independence, noting that such independence can help break societal barriers.
She also expressed hope that this training marks only the beginning of future opportunities.
Founded in 2015, Pristine Foods emerged from a desire to add value to wild fruits, Indigenous produce with medicinal properties, and other locally grown fruits. As a family venture, Pristine Foods is known for its zero-chemical fruit candies, unique flavours, product consistency, and affordability. The brand is steadily gaining popularity both nationally and globally.
