Malbaratament alimentari

From waste to wealth: how rearing substrates affect growth and nutritional value of black soldier fly larvae

- IntroductionBlack soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae have emerged as a promising sustainable solution for organic waste management and alternative protein production. However, their growth...

Potential of areca sheath waste as a sustainable ruminant feed—a review

- Feed scarcity in ruminant production systems, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions, necessitates the exploration of alternative and sustainable fodder resources. This review evaluates the...

Valorization of corn husk waste: Xylooligosaccharides as a sustainable prebiotic enhance growth, gut health, and fillet quality in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)

- AbstractXylooligosaccharides (XOS) are advantageous prebiotics that promote sustainable aquaculture. The growth performance, gut microbiota, and fillet composition of juvenile Nile tilapia...

Deep learning-guided dual-fitness evolution of T7 RNA polymerase for enhanced stability and activity

24/03/2026 - In protein engineering, simultaneously improving multiple fitness attributes is a critical yet challenging goal, largely due to the vastness of sequence space, the multifaceted interplay among...

Unlocking the potential of acorns as a functional and sustainable food in Turkey: a value chain and policy analysis

- Acorns, though traditionally consumed across Mediterranean and East Asian regions, remain underutilized in Turkey despite ecological abundance, cultural relevance, and emerging evidence of...

Physicochemical, thermal, and structural properties of cocoa pod husk: an analysis of the convective drying effect as a valorization strategy

- IntroductionCocoa pod husk (CPH), an important by-product of cocoa processing, remains underutilized despite its rich composition. This study evaluates the physicochemical properties of...

Upcycling Agricultural By?Product: Therapeutic Potential of Oriental Melon Stem (Cucumis melo var. makuwa) in Treating Obesity and Fatty Liver via Enhanced Thermogenesis

- This study proposes the upcycling of oriental melon (Cucumis melo var. makuwa) stems, typically discarded as agricultural waste, into a bioactive extract with functional potential. CMSE ameliorates...

Oat Okara Flour and Its Use for Nutritional Enhancement and Glycemic Reduction in Cookies

- Oat okara flour enhanced dietary fiber, protein, antioxidant capacity, and phytochemicals in wheat cookies while lowering predicted glycemic index by up to 14%. This valorization approach transforms...

Effects of black soldier fly replacing fish meal on growth performance, serum parameters, and intestinal microbiota of weaned piglets

20/01/2026 - Lay SummaryFish meal (FM), a critical protein source in piglet diets, faces supply constraints and rising costs due to overfishing. The black soldier fly (BSF) has emerged as a promising sustainable...

Valorization of canary seeds lipid fraction and defatted flour by supercritical carbon dioxide extraction

- IntroductionCanary seeds (Phalaris canariensis L.) are rich in starch, proteins, and lipids, especially polyunsaturated fatty acids, however their potential remains underexplored.MethodsThis study...

Upcycling as a circular strategy for food waste valorization in developing countries: A systematic review and the upgrade strategic framework

- AbstractFood waste remains a critical environmental, economic, and social challenge worldwide. As a circular economy strategy, upcycling offers innovative pathways to add value to food waste and...

Incorporating defatted black soldier fly meal (BSFLM) as a functional alternative ingredient in dog food

22/01/2026 - The utilization of insect protein, specifically black soldier fly larvae meal (BSFLM), offers a viable alternative, sustainable, and nutrient-rich ingredient for pet foods. However, limited...

Characterization of Brewers' Spent Grains (Major Brewery Waste) From Local Breweries Around Columbus, Ohio in the United States

- ABSTRACTBrewers' spent grains (BSG), a major byproduct of the brewing industry, accounts for 85% of its total waste. Due to its high initial moisture content, BSG has a limited shelf life. However,...

Risk assessment of replacing synthetic preservatives with natural ingredients

- AbstractThe present work, developed within the EU?FORA fellowship programme, assessed the risk assessment of vegetable by?product extracts as natural alternatives to synthetic preservatives in food...

A Comprehensive Review of Biotechnological Innovations in Valorization of Food Waste: Enhancing Nutritional, Techno?Functional Properties, and Process Optimization for Sustainable Product Development

- This review highlights recent biotechnological innovations in the valorization of food waste through enzyme?assisted processing and microbial fermentation to enhance nutritional, techno?functional,...

Adsorption Performance and Mechanisms of Copper by Soil Glycoprotein-Modified Straw Biochar

30/11/2025 - Biochar is one of the most promising crop straw utilization pathways. However, its capacity for adsorbing heavy metals is limited, and there is a potential risk of secondary pollution, highlighting...

Agricultural Waste for Remediation of Neonicotinoid Pollution: Mechanisms and Environmental Effects of Multi-Site Adsorption of Dinotefuran on Rice Husk Biochar

28/11/2025 - The increasing contamination of neonicotinoid pesticides in the environment has become a growing concern, and biochar is considered a promising strategy for removing these pollutants. This study...

Prunus spinosa L. Branches as a New Source of Condensed Tannins: Phytochemical Profile and Antioxidant, Cytotoxic and Genotoxic In Vitro Evaluation

26/11/2025 - (1) Background: Prunus spinosa L. is known for its polyphenolic profile, including condensed tannins, compounds associated with various biological activities, including antiproliferative effects. Its...

Unseparated Olive Pruning Waste as a Sustainable Feedstock: DoE-Optimized Extracts with Antioxidant Activity Equivalent to Isolated Leaves

29/11/2025 - Olive cultivation generates substantial pruning waste, yet current valorization strategies focus solely on leaves despite the logistical challenges of separating them. This study optimized the...

Spray-Dried Porcine Collagen Microcapsules in Tara Gum&ndash;Maltodextrin Matrices: A Sustainable Approach to By-Product Valorization for Functional and Nutraceutical Applications

29/11/2025 - Within the framework of the circular economy, this study evaluated the valorization of pig trotters as a source of porcine hydrolyzed collagen, which was microencapsulated via spray drying in...

Wastewater Valorisation in Sustainable Productive Systems: Aquaculture, Urban, and Swine Farm Effluents Hydroponics

30/11/2025 - The agricultural sector faces significant challenges related to climate change and population growth, which intensify pressure on natural resources and food security. Sustainable resource-efficient...

Visualitzar més novetats