Narsi Reddy Ponagandla

Narsi Reddy Ponagandla has extensive experience in the field of food science and processing, serving as RTC Manager at JBT Corporation since July 2010, where responsibilities include maintaining leadership in thermal processing consulting and managing FDA & USDA recognized staff. Previous roles at JBT include Regional Technical Manager, where oversight of technical services for Citrus processing in Mexico and Central America was achieved, and Research & Technology Center Manager, guiding the Lakeland center's operations. Narsi began the professional journey as a Research Scientist, concentrating on Citrus processing projects. Earlier roles include an R&D internship at The Coca-Cola Company and a graduate research assistant position at the University of Florida, focusing on the kinetics of dissolved oxygen in fruit juices. Narsi holds an M.S. in Food Science from the University of Florida and a B.Tech in Food Processing Technology from Osmania University.