About this Research Topic
The intensifying rate of industrialization, urbanization, and inadequate waste management practices has led to a concerning escalation in the accumulation of food waste. Regrettably, approximately one-third of the food produced for human consumption is squandered during critical phases encompassing harvest, production, handling, and storage. Approximately 2 billion tons of food waste are generated annually worldwide, accompanied by the staggering production of about 1.3 billion tons of Agri-food wastes by the food industry, equivalent to one-third of the global food production. Therefore, the worldwide issue of agricultural and food wastes poses a substantial threat to the environment, economy, and society, demanding immediate attention, proactive management, and innovative solutions for their potential as valuable resources in industrial applications.
The goal of this collection is to promoting research and development efforts to advance sustainable food packaging technologies, such as biodegradable materials and eco-friendly packaging solutions, while advocating for conservation measures that optimize food production, distribution, and consumption, ultimately reducing both food waste and its associated environmental footprint.
The scope of this Research Topic encompasses various aspects related to agricultural and food waste management, including but not limited to:
• Innovative strategies for waste reduction, efficient utilization, and conversion of waste into valuable resources.
• The development and evaluation of sustainable food packaging materials and technologies.
• Studying the environmental, economic, and societal impacts of agricultural and food waste.
• Identifying policy and regulatory frameworks that promote responsible waste management practices.
We aim to provide actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders in industries, governments, and communities to effectively address the challenges posed by agricultural and food waste.
The goal of this collection is to promoting research and development efforts to advance sustainable food packaging technologies, such as biodegradable materials and eco-friendly packaging solutions, while advocating for conservation measures that optimize food production, distribution, and consumption, ultimately reducing both food waste and its associated environmental footprint.
The scope of this Research Topic encompasses various aspects related to agricultural and food waste management, including but not limited to:
• Innovative strategies for waste reduction, efficient utilization, and conversion of waste into valuable resources.
• The development and evaluation of sustainable food packaging materials and technologies.
• Studying the environmental, economic, and societal impacts of agricultural and food waste.
• Identifying policy and regulatory frameworks that promote responsible waste management practices.
We aim to provide actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders in industries, governments, and communities to effectively address the challenges posed by agricultural and food waste.
Keywords: Food packaging and conservation, Active packaging, Edible packaging, Agricultural by-products
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