Fruit and Vegetable Waste Utilization and Sustainability

Fruit and Vegetable Waste Utilization and Sustainability offers strategies to address fruit and vegetable waste from agriculture and industrial processing, including valorization, techno-economic assessment, and integrated biorefineries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 334 pages
Publication date: 24 March 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Fruit and Vegetable Waste Utilization and Sustainability is a comprehensive guide that offers innovative strategies to address the significant waste generated from agriculture and industrial processing of fruits and vegetables. This book, divided into three sections, provides a comprehensive approach to managing waste effectively.

Section one delves into the valorization of fruit and vegetable waste, exploring innovative ways to transform these resources into high-value products. It discusses the potential of utilizing waste streams such as peels, cores, and seeds to produce value-added ingredients, such as snacks, beverages, and animal feed. The section also highlights the importance of food safety and quality assurance during the processing and utilization of waste products.

Section two focuses on the techno-economic and environmental impact assessment of fruit and vegetable waste biorefinery. Through real-life examples and life cycle assessments, the book examines the economic viability, carbon footprint, and environmental benefits of implementing waste biorefinery systems. It explores the potential of converting waste into renewable energy, fertilizers, and other valuable products, highlighting the importance of sustainable waste management practices.

Section three presents integrated biorefineries, policies, and case studies. It showcases successful examples of integrated biorefineries that combine waste management, food production, and renewable energy generation. The section discusses the development of policies and regulations that promote sustainable waste utilization and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing such systems.

This book is a valuable resource for food scientists, nutrition researchers, food industry professionals, academics, and students in related fields. It provides a comprehensive understanding of fruit and vegetable waste utilization and sustainability, offering practical insights and solutions for a more sustainable and circular food system. By addressing waste management, valorization, techno-economic assessment, and integrated biorefineries, this book contributes to the development of a more resilient and environmentally friendly food industry.

Dimension: 276 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323917438