Welcome to A Regional Hub for Food Science & Innovation
Connecting professionals to enhance food safety, research, and technology across South Asia.
Our Story
Strengthening Food Trade & Innovation Across South Asia
SAARC Foods Association Sri Lanka (ASFSL) was founded in 2011, became incorporated in 2023, and commenced activities as ASFSL in 2023.
ASFSL continues the work of the Regional SAARCFOODS Association in India as an education body, to provide scientifically based nutrition information to encourage all Sri Lanka to achieve optimal nutrition and wellbeing through encouraging quality foods for a healthy balanced diet.
ASFSL is a non-government, non-profit organisation in Sri Lanka linked to others SAARC countries.
ASFSL is an independent, member organisation that aims to promote the healthy eating and wellbeing of all Sri Lankans. The ASFSL is a registered association, registered in the ACT.
Our Process
Strategic Focus
Outreach
Facilitate delivery of the nutritional value of food to promote healthy eating message to a much larger audience
Empowerment
Build capacity through advocacy, partnerships and collaboration
Sustainability
Develop a sustainable organisation to empower communities on food safety and healthy eating
Collaboration
Manage the SAARC country collaboration
The Goal
Our Mission
Enhance Regional Collaboration : Facilitate partnerships between researchers, industries, and policymakers within SAARC countries to address food challenges.
The Outlook
Our Vision
To foster sustainable development and regional cooperation in food science and technology, ensuring food security, innovation, and the well-being of communities across the SAARC region.
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.
The Team
Meet Our Team
Giving Back
Community Involvement
Our goal is to drive positive change by promoting education and sharing valuable information. Through collaboration, we aim to deliver the healthy eating message effectively and efficiently. We advocate for good nutrition, empowering individuals to make healthier choices and improve their well-being.