Phantira Wang, Sharon Vanessa Witan, Shan (Qiaoshan) Lu and Prakhar Debata will be working on two major projects with NorVicFoods’ assistance, focusing on sustainable packaging and waste management.
The students were shown around citrus farms in Berrigan and Barooga, as well as the Cobram packing shed to gain a full understanding of citrus production and packing.
Legacy Packing general manager Dean Trembath said it was a fantastic opportunity for both the students and business.
“We are delighted to work with the University of Melbourne and NorVicFoods on these projects and we look forward to receiving their recommendations,” he said.
NorVicFoods executive manager Lisa Birrell said it was a terrific opportunity to help the interns get further insight into their studies.
““NorVicFoods is excited to be working with Legacy Packing to explore sustainable packaging options for the citrus and stone fruits business,” she said.
“The interns are currently undertaking their masters’ in food science and food and packaging innovation, and I am sure they will contribute positively to Legacy Packing’s business,” Ms Birrell said.
NorVicFoods is funded by the University of Melbourne’s faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Science and the state government.
It works with agri-food businesses across the Hume region by helping solve challenges and explore business questions with students studying their masters from many faculties throughout the university.
15°C