Author(s): U Geethanjali and Dr. Beela GK

Abstract:
Bio speckle laser technology is a non-invasive, non-destructive technology used for detecting internal bruises in fruits and vegetables. The survey was conducted among 100 consumers selected randomly from Thiruvananthapuram district. Majority of the consumers (48%) preferred conventional foods over convenient foods. Over (57%) of the consumers strongly agreed for development of novel technologies in food industry. Consumer awareness about bio speckle laser technology (BLT) was very low (10%). Majority of the consumers were uncertain about the effect of BLT on health (46%) and only (13%) of the consumers felt BLT screened foods are safe. Preference to buy BLT screened foods increased (48%) by the trusted companies.