In recent years, there has been a concerning surge in waste generation, with agri-food waste emerging as a significant issue across various stages of the food supply chain [1]. This waste, arising from production, processing, distribution, and consumption, not only leads to substantial economic losses but also poses ethical and environmental challenges [2]. Addressing this modern challenge requires minimizing waste generation, optimizing production processes, and transitioning to a circular economic model, emphasizing minimal waste generation and the “zero waste concept” [3,4]. One promising approach involves valorizing agri-food waste and byproducts to extract valuable compounds for nutraceutical, agricultural, and food applications [5–8]. Additionally, there is a focus on developing new formulations of food products with enhanced nutritional, technological, and sensory qualities [9,10]. Moreover, economic evaluations and assessments of consumer acceptance play crucial roles in gauging the viability and marketability of high-value products derived from agri-food waste and byproducts [11,12]. This Special Issue aims to delve into these areas, exploring innovative strategies to harness the potential of agri-food waste for sustainable and value-added solutions in the food industry.
Advances in Food Waste Biomass Transformation into High-Value Product
U. G. Spizzirri;
2024-01-01
Abstract
In recent years, there has been a concerning surge in waste generation, with agri-food waste emerging as a significant issue across various stages of the food supply chain [1]. This waste, arising from production, processing, distribution, and consumption, not only leads to substantial economic losses but also poses ethical and environmental challenges [2]. Addressing this modern challenge requires minimizing waste generation, optimizing production processes, and transitioning to a circular economic model, emphasizing minimal waste generation and the “zero waste concept” [3,4]. One promising approach involves valorizing agri-food waste and byproducts to extract valuable compounds for nutraceutical, agricultural, and food applications [5–8]. Additionally, there is a focus on developing new formulations of food products with enhanced nutritional, technological, and sensory qualities [9,10]. Moreover, economic evaluations and assessments of consumer acceptance play crucial roles in gauging the viability and marketability of high-value products derived from agri-food waste and byproducts [11,12]. This Special Issue aims to delve into these areas, exploring innovative strategies to harness the potential of agri-food waste for sustainable and value-added solutions in the food industry.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
