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Excited to share our recent review article, titled "Upcycling food processing industrial wastes in Spirulina cultivation: A perspective on the advancement of Sustainable Development Goal 12", which has been published in Trends in Food Science & Technology. The article explores the potential of upcycling wastes from food processing industries in Spirulina cultivation, offering a sustainable strategy for global food waste management while contributing to the advancement of Unites Nations SDG 12. Prof. Ramaraj Boopathy, Bavatharny T., Viraj Nimarshana, and Shehan Sandeepa You can access this article using the following link:  https://lnkd.in/gfcEJ-Vg #UoM #Nicholls #microalgae #SDG12 #foodwaste #novelfoodingredients #SDG2030

By 2050, global food production will have to increase by 50% to meet the needs of a growing population - innovative solutions are therefore vital to ensure a more sustainable food supply 💡 The process of bioconversion uses insects to transform organic waste from the agricultural and agri-food industries into animal feed and fertiliser, which is helping to create a more circular food chain as well as maximising the value of organic by-products. In Malaysia, Veolia runs one of Asia’s largest industrial structures dedicated to insect production with a capacity of 3,000 tons per year, and markets its protein products: EntomealTM (flour) and Entolipid (oil). This innovation now looks set to enter the European market. Click to find out more about bioconversion: https://ow.ly/oHie50S87hC #Bioconversion #Sustainability #Innovation #EcologicalTransformation

We are committed to driving a circular economy and promoting sustainable food systems. Our innovative approach revolves around the remarkable black soldier fly (BSF) larvae, a game-changer in the realm of protein production. Over the past 5 days, we have witnessed the incredible journey of these tiny yet mighty larvae. From microscopic eggs, they have undergone a remarkable transformation, growing exponentially and efficiently converting organic waste into a valuable protein source. The process began with the careful collection and preparation of organic waste materials, which serve as the perfect breeding ground for the BSF larvae. As the larvae hatch and begin to feed, they work tirelessly, consuming and breaking down the waste with remarkable efficiency. What sets BSF larvae apart is their ability to thrive on a wide range of organic waste streams, including agricultural residues, food waste, and even manure. This not only helps to reduce waste and mitigate environmental pollution but also creates a sustainable and renewable source of high-quality protein. As the larvae mature, they undergo a remarkable transformation, accumulating a significant amount of protein and essential nutrients within their bodies. This protein-rich biomass can then be harvested and processed into a variety of products, including animal feed, aquaculture feed, and even human food supplements. #CircularEconomy #SustainableProtein #BSFLarvae #FoodSystems #Innovation

Hey researchers! Ready to rethink what we can do with food waste? Let's explore how we can turn those leftovers into something amazing – bioplastics! 🌱♻️   Join the conversation as we dive into the potential of food waste valorization for a greener future! #Bioplastics #FoodWasteValorization 🍽️🔬 Highly Cited Paper   Production of bioplastic through food waste valorization   Summary The review proposes using food waste in a biorefinery platform to produce valuable products like polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), reducing waste volume and environmental impact. It discusses various technologies for PHA production from food waste, including pretreatments and fermentation methods with pure and mixed cultures. Chemical modification techniques for substrates like starch and cellulose are explored to enhance PHA production. Case studies illustrate PHA-based products derived from food waste, highlighting economic and technical feasibility. Overall, the review emphasizes the potential of food waste valorization for bioplastic production, offering both environmental benefits and cost advantages compared to conventional methods. Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/gxJsY54V This extensively cited article is published in Environmental International journal (Impact factor: 11.8). With 317 citations and an FCWI value of 5.12, it serves as a significant reference within its field.   HCP: A highly cited paper (HCP) is a research article that has been referenced a large number of times by other scholarly works, indicating its significant impact and influence within its field. FWCI: The Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) is a metric used to measure the relative citation impact of a document compared to similar documents within its field. It takes into account factors such as publication year, document type, and associated disciplines, providing a normalized measure of citation impact. A FWCI value greater than 1.00 indicates that the document is cited more often than expected, suggesting a higher-than-average influence within its field.

☕ An interesting study by the Italian research center ENEA on the economic and environmental #sustainability of the disposal of the so-called #silverskin, the main organic waste from #coffee roasting. 🥯 The study applied #LCA methodology demonstrating that coffee roasting #waste can become a high value-added ingredient in baked goods. And this reuse would allow a 73% reduction in the environmental impact of processing. At the same time, it would halve disposal costs for companies. 👍 To date, companies involved in coffee roasting have the obligation to transform the silverskin produced into compost. And it is also a very good material for health: it is in fact rich in fiber (35%), protein (19%) and antioxidants. 🔎 However, this product is considered as a novel food, thus requiring the European Commission’s approval for its use in commercial food according to Regulation (EU) 2015/2283, to guarantee safety requirements for the protection of human health. 👉 Link to the study by ENEA: https://lnkd.in/enQKf9rD See the article by Circular Economy Network https://lnkd.in/en2-KkUM #circulareconomy Circular Economy Network ENEA

BASF expands its offering for #sustainable food production: Its certified compostable #biopolymer ecovio® can now also be used to manufacture black twines used to grow annual fruit and vegetables in commercial greenhouses. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dpED7EG9 #innovation #bioeconomy #environment Il Bioeconomista - The First Bioeconomy Blog

Why is it important to choose ECO friendly products? When creating our products, we focus not only on high product quality but also on nurturing sustainable practices. Our collection of MULATE organic chocolate is made exclusively from cocoa, sugar, and other raw materials grown in ecologically friendly farms. The activities of such farms are strictly monitored by the relevant institutions to ensure that the products are grown in a way that preserves nature and its resources. By choosing products marked with an ECO label, we can be sure that they are free from pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers, allowing us to enjoy more natural and healthier products. By participating in the events organized by the CHOOSE EU project, we often discuss the advantages of organic products in order to increase public awareness of environmental issues and their importance. That's why we invite you to visit the project's website and find out why the best time to choose organic products is now! Learn more about CHOOSE EU - choosenow.eu #mulatechocolate #mulateorganic #sustainability #ecofriendly #bio #eco #madeinlithuania #betterplanet #sustainablebusiness #choosenow 

I'm delighted to share our recent publication in the Journal of Fermentation! Ensiling has gained significant attention as an environmentally friendly and economically efficient technology for preserving and fermenting fish waste. This process provides cost-effective and sustainable protein alternatives to traditional fish meal and plant-based ingredients. Notably, the utilization of fish waste and agri-food waste through ensiling technology in animal nutrition offers a promising alternative feed ingredient. This approach not only addresses the issue of waste management but also contributes to the development of sustainable and circular bioeconomy practices. Our research highlights the potential of ensiling technology to transform fish waste and agri-food waste into valuable resources, promoting resource efficiency and reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional feed production methods. By exploring this innovative approach, we aim to contribute to the development of more sustainable and resilient food systems. #waste #agrifoodwaste #sustainableproteinalternatives #ensilingtechnology #fermentation

Why is it important to choose ECO friendly products? When creating our products, we focus not only on high product quality but also on nurturing sustainable practices. Our collection of MULATE organic chocolate is made exclusively from cocoa, sugar, and other raw materials grown in ecologically friendly farms. The activities of such farms are strictly monitored by the relevant institutions to ensure that the products are grown in a way that preserves nature and its resources. By choosing products marked with an ECO label, we can be sure that they are free from pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers, allowing us to enjoy more natural and healthier products. By participating in the events organized by the CHOOSE EU project, we often discuss the advantages of organic products in order to increase public awareness of environmental issues and their importance. That's why we invite you to visit the project's website and find out why the best time to choose organic products is now! Learn more about CHOOSE EU - choosenow.eu #mulatechocolate #mulateorganic #sustainability #ecofriendly #bio #eco #madeinlithuania #betterplanet #sustainablebusiness #choosenow 

@Research Paper Microbial bioconversion of food waste to bio-fertilizers Pramod Kumar Mahish, Dakeshwar Kumar Verma, Anjali Ghritlahare, and Paz Otero Sustainable Food Technology, DOI: 10.1039/d3fb00041a 2024 Food waste is a matter of concern in our society. In this context, the use of microbial capacity to decompose organic matter is a very vibrant technique to valorize food waste. Several sources and types of food waste like waste cooking oils, agro-industrial wastes like vegetables, fruit, juice, wheat, rice, potato, sugarcane, bakery waste, dairy waste and different types of meat, fish and poultry wastes have been proved to be profitable sources for their use for bioconversion. And some bacteria, fungi, and actinomycete fermentations have been described to perform this upcycling since they present many advantages like easy, safe, cost-effective, eco-friendly, and rapid process. The present work aims to present the sources and types of food waste, recent food waste scenarios around the world, the diversity of microbes that convert food waste to fertilizers, the mechanism of bioconversion, and the use of the converted fertilizer.