Food
Environment
Global Society
We are deeply conscious of the impact that food can have on individuals, society, and the environment. We have made it our mission to cultivate food that not only nourishes our bodies but also supports our planet.
We longed for food that would provide high nutrition while being kind to the environment. By coincidence, we discovered the wonder of mushrooms. The more we learned about them, the more hope we gained.
Mushrooms really fit for our vision. They are not only packed with nutrients and offer numerous health benefits, but they are also sustainable and require fewer resources to grow than most crops. Moreover, the cultivation of mushrooms has minimal negative impact on the environment and, in most cases, can even be beneficial to the environment.
So we decided to put our engineering and science skills to the cultivation of mushrooms. With the help and guidance of scientists and personnel from ICAR-IIHR Bangalore and Bio-Center Hulimavu. We are thrilled to be part of a movement that promotes sustainable and environmentally friendly food. Our commitment to cultivating mushrooms is not just about science and engineering, but it’s also about preserving the planet and improving the lives of people. We truly believe that mushrooms have the power to positively impact the world, and we feel honored to be a small part of it.
Our Focus
Our Mentors ICAR-IIHR & Bio-Center
We are indebted to ICAR-IIHR, Bangalore, and Biotechnology Centre, Hulimavu. They have played a critical role in Roodi Food’s success by providing essential scientific mentorship, guidance, and advice. The dedicated scientists and personnel in both organizations have been instrumental in helping Roodi Food cultivate high-quality medicinal mushrooms and overcome various obstacles. As a result, Roodi Food is grateful to these organizations for their unwavering support and expertise.
Our Ethics
Environment
- Anti Deforestation: One of the Primary causes of Deforestation is the need for more agricultural lands for producing food. Mushroom cultivation requires very little land, and it is also vertically scalable, allowing for greater yields in a smaller area.
- Reuse: Mushroom cultivation uses agricultural wastes like paddy straw to produce quality food. This reduces the amount of agricultural waste that would otherwise go to landfills or be burned, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.
- Low Carbon Footprint: Mushroom cultivation requires relatively low energy inputs compared to other crops, such as meat or dairy.
- Soil Health: Mushrooms are known to improve soil health by breaking down organic matter and making nutrients available to other plants.
- Water Conservation: Mushroom cultivation requires less water compared to other crops. .
- Bioremediation: Some species of mushrooms, such as oyster mushrooms, are able to break down and remove environmental pollutants like petroleum and pesticides from soil and water. This process is known as bioremediation and can be used to clean up contaminated sites.
- Ecosystem: Mushrooms are an essential part of the planet’s ecosystem and life as they recycle nutrients, keeping forests healthy.
Hunger & Population
12.9 percent of the population on earth is undernourished. India has the largest undernourished population in the world and about 195.9 million people go hungry everyday. 38.4% of children under 5 years are stunted. 1 in 4 children malnourished. According to FAO estimates in a 2018 report. India ranks 102 out of 119 countries on Global Hunger Index (Worsening consecutively). Food is one of the most primary requirement of mankind. Adequate food production can solve the problem of Poverty or probably even eliminate it.
Mushrooms are grown on paddy straw, Wheat straw, Sugarcane Baggasse etc. Things that go wasted are converted into invaluable Medicinal and Nutritious food!
No To Greed
Could greed be considered a mental condition resulting from an inability to see the world as a whole, rather than just a personal gain? Some profit-driven businesses prioritize monetary gain without considering social welfare, leading to irrational behavior. Inexperienced individuals may even destroy the environment for short-term gains without regard for long-term consequences, exacerbating poverty.
However, as society progresses, we can expect more responsible corporations that prioritize social responsibility and measure success in terms of positive impact rather than pure profit.
Right to Nutritious Food
Good Nutrition leads to a healthier, more intelligent and composed brain. That is where it becomes so important. It could be something that the foundations of a good society are built upon.
Access to nutritious food is a matter of social justice. Providing access to nutritious food for all would help to level the playing field and promote greater equality.
Hence Right to nutritious food should be a Fundamental Right.
Due to the efforts of scientists, engineers, and others, there has been a significant increase in food production with less reliance on land and labor. While this progress has helped to alleviate hunger, it is crucial to move beyond mere food availability and strive for adequate and optimal nutrition for all individuals.
Focus on the Essential
As mentioned by Bill Gates , the malaria vaccine which in humanist terms is the biggest need gets very less funding while trivial issue of male baldness gets enormous funding and focus!
In the same way while millions of people and innocent children starve for the lack of food, a huge amount of land and water resources are focused on excessively producing garments and other nonessential products!
This imbalance in prioritizing resources highlights the need for a more socially responsible approach to decision-making, where the basic needs of humanity are met before pursuing luxury or vanity. As we continue to develop and evolve as a society, it is crucial that we take a step back to reassess our priorities and ensure that we are making the best use of our resources to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all.