Connecting South Asia’s Food Trade & Innovation
Welcome to the SAARC Foods Association, a platform dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth in the food sector across South Asia.
Promoting Knowledge and Standards
Advancing the understanding and education of food composition, research, and analytical capabilities in Sri Lanka.
Encouraging Healthy Food Choices
Supporting the prevention and management of chronic lifestyle conditions such as obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
Nutrition Education Initiatives
Developing resources and programs to promote good nutrition and wellbeing in preschools, schools, workplaces, and elderly care facilities.
President's Message
As the President of the ASFSL, it is my distinct honour to welcome you to our official website. Our association, formed under the auspices of SAARC, is dedicated to advancing food science and food composition across Sri Lanka linking to other countries of South Asia. We aim to foster collaboration, innovation, and the sharing of knowledge and resources among our member countries. By doing so, we strive to address the unique challenges and opportunities that our diverse region presents.
ASFS is committed to:
Promoting Research and Development
We support cutting-edge research that addresses the specific needs of our region, from improving food safety and quality.
Encouraging Collaboration
Through workshops, conferences, and collaborative projects, we bring together experts, researchers, and practitioners to share insights and develop joint initiatives.
Enhancing Capacity Building
We focus on training and capacity building to equip our members with the latest skills and knowledge in food composition.
Facilitating Knowledge Exchange:
Our platform serves as a hub for disseminating research findings, best practices, and policy recommendations to stakeholders across the region.
Addressing Food Security and education
We work towards innovative solutions to ensure food security and nutrition for the millions of people in Sri Lanka and across South Asia.
Dr. Renuka Jayatissa
(MBBS, M.Sc, MD, FPGIM, FCCP) President
In the coming years, we look forward to strengthening our network and making significant strides in disseminating food composition data among wide audience. I encourage all members and stakeholders to actively participate in our initiatives and take full advantage of the resources and opportunities available through SAARCFOODS. Thank you for visiting our website. Together, we can build a sustainable and food-secure future for South Asia.
About us
Ensuring Food Safety, Innovation & Regional Growth
SAARCFOODS is the regional network of food science and technology professionals under the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). In Sri Lanka, SAARCFOODS operates as part of the broader SAARC initiative to promote collaboration in food science, safety, and nutrition across member countries.
- Regional Collaboration in Food Science & Safety
- Strengthening Food Quality & Industry Standards
- Driving Innovation & Sustainability
Our Services
Advancing Food Science & Regional Collaboration
Food Trade Facilitation
Promoting intra-SAARC trade in agricultural and processed food products
Quality Standards & Certification
Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and quality standards across SAARC nations
Research & Development
Supporting research in food technology, sustainable agriculture, and food security
Policy Advocacy
Working with governments to develop policies that benefit regional food industries.
Our Events
Our Stunning Events
If you are passionate about nutrition, health and wellbeing, why not get involved?
Ways to support ASFS and make a difference
- Joining as a member
- Contributing a donation
- Getting involved as a volunteer