A prototype for a decision support tool developed to turn by-products from the agri-food industry into new products European scientists, companies and clusters developed a decision-support tool that identifies what residues from food production can be recycled and how. The software supports a decision-making process that is not only based on technical criteria, but also …
On 19th October, scientists, food companies and policy makers gathered for a hybrid event to talk about the bioeconomy. The opportunities it brings, the challenges it poses to us and new ways for reusing agri-food beyond animal food. After a warm welcoming address by the Deputy for Sustainability of the Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa, José …
The agri-food industry does not generate organic waste. It generated by-products with great value and in large quantities. These by-products have great valorisation potential, but limitations or obstacles hinder their full valorisation. Agri-food by-products are typically used as animal feed, bio-energy production, incinerated or placed in landfills, which creates economic, social, and environmental problems. If …
Do not miss the potential of agri-food residues Several tens of millions of tonnes are thrown away every year in the European Union alone; 58.5 million according to the European Commission. About 17 % is lost in the agri-food industry during production and processing. These agri-food residues can serve as a resource to generate energy, …
#CBEimpact photo competition 2023: Model2Bio wins video category This year, the CBE JU organized a competition for funded projects to showcase their impressive accomplishments through high-quality photographs and videos. The winners of seven categories were rewarded with a pass to attend the EFIB conference in Rotterdam, the Netherlands on October 24 and 25. Model2bio …
A waste management solution for almost 50% of global waste A new EU project, Model2Bio, is set to develop a pioneering tool to predicts bio-based residual streams generated in the agri-food industry and to identify best routes for reusing this waste. The tool will be tested and validated for sectors such as meat, vegetables, dairy …