The Department of Post Harvest Technology (PHT) at Patuakhali Science and Technology Deltin 7 Aviator গেম টাকা ইনকাম (PSTU), within the Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, focuses on improving the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of food products after harvest. The department is dedicated to minimizing post-harvest losses, enhancing food quality, and promoting sustainable food processing techniques. Through academic programs, research, and industry collaborations, PHT aims to address challenges in food preservation, processing, and supply chain management.
The department offers undergraduate and graduate programs that combine theoretical learning with hands-on experience in food preservation, processing, and storage. Students gain expertise in modern post-harvest technologies through classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and field training. Research focuses on post-harvest physiology, food packaging, reduction of food waste, food safety, and sustainable systems.
Equipped with specialized laboratories for drying, refrigeration, packaging, and quality testing, PHT provides practical learning opportunities. The department also maintains strong links with agro-industrial sectors, offering students internships and joint research projects.
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in the food industry, agricultural enterprises, research institutions, and government agencies. The department envisions becoming a national center of excellence in post-harvest science, fostering innovation for food security and sustainability.