Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The food industry generates a significant amount of waste, leading to environmental concerns and economic losses. This study focuses on the utilization of food waste for the production of value-added products in the food industry. The research aims to explore innovative strategies to reduce food waste and create sustainable solutions by transforming waste into high-quality products. Chapter One provides an introduction to the study, discussing the background of the research, problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, and structure of the thesis. The chapter also includes the definition of key terms relevant to the research. Chapter Two presents a comprehensive literature review covering ten key areas related to food waste management, value-added product development, sustainability in the food industry, and current trends in waste utilization. This chapter provides a theoretical framework to guide the research and identify gaps in existing knowledge. Chapter Three outlines the research methodology, detailing the research design, data collection methods, sampling techniques, data analysis procedures, and ethical considerations. The chapter also discusses the selection of study participants, research tools, and data validation techniques to ensure the reliability and validity of the findings. Chapter Four presents the findings of the study, analyzing the data collected through surveys, interviews, and experiments. The chapter discusses the transformation of food waste into value-added products, highlighting the feasibility, economic viability, and environmental benefits of waste utilization. The results are presented through descriptive statistics, charts, and qualitative analysis. Chapter Five concludes the thesis by summarizing the key findings, discussing the implications for the food industry, and providing recommendations for future research and practical applications. The study emphasizes the importance of sustainable waste management practices and the potential for creating value-added products from food waste. In conclusion, this research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on food waste utilization and sustainable practices in the food industry. By exploring innovative solutions to transform waste into valuable products, this study aims to promote environmental sustainability, economic efficiency, and social responsibility in the food sector.

Thesis Overview

The project titled "Utilization of Food Waste for Value-Added Products in Food Industry" aims to address the pressing global issue of food waste by exploring innovative ways to convert food waste into valuable products in the food industry. Food waste is a significant problem worldwide, contributing to environmental degradation, economic losses, and food insecurity. This research seeks to contribute to sustainable practices in the food industry by repurposing food waste into high-quality products, thereby reducing waste and maximizing resource efficiency. The research will begin with a comprehensive review of existing literature on food waste management, value-added product development, and sustainable practices in the food industry. This literature review will provide a solid theoretical framework for the study and help identify gaps in current research that this project aims to address. The methodology of this research will involve collecting food waste samples from various sources, such as food processing plants, restaurants, and households. These samples will be analyzed to determine their composition and potential for conversion into value-added products. Various processing techniques, such as fermentation, extraction, and biotransformation, will be employed to transform the food waste into novel and marketable products. The findings of this research will be presented in detail in Chapter Four, where the efficacy of different processing techniques in converting food waste into value-added products will be discussed. The quality, nutritional value, and market potential of the developed products will be evaluated to assess their feasibility for commercialization. In conclusion, this research project on the "Utilization of Food Waste for Value-Added Products in Food Industry" aims to contribute to sustainable practices in the food industry by offering innovative solutions to the problem of food waste. By converting food waste into valuable products, this research seeks to promote resource efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and create economic opportunities in the food sector.