Food Engineering logo
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
  • NEWS
  • PRODUCTS
  • TOPICS
  • EXCLUSIVES
  • MEDIA
  • FOOD MASTER
  • EVENTS
  • RESOURCES
  • EMAGAZINE
  • SIGN UP!
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • NEWS
  • Latest Headlines
  • Manufacturing News
  • People & Industry News
  • Plant Openings
  • Recalls
  • Regulatory Watch
  • Supplier News
  • PRODUCTS
  • New Plant Products
  • New Retail Products
  • TOPICS
  • Alternative Protein
  • Automation
  • Cannabis
  • Cleaning | Sanitation
  • Fabulous Food Plants
  • Food Safety
  • Maintenance Strategies
  • OEE
  • Packaging
  • Sustainability
  • More
  • EXCLUSIVES
  • Plant Construction Survey
  • Plant of the Year
  • Sustainable Plant of the Year
  • State of Food Manufacturing
  • Top 100 Food & Beverage Companies
  • MEDIA
  • Podcasts
  • Videos
  • Webinars
  • White Papers
  • EVENTS
  • Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo
  • Industry Events
  • RESOURCES
  • eNewsletter
  • Custom Content & Marketing Services
  • FE Store
  • Government Links
  • Industry Associations
  • Market Research
  • Classified Ads
  • EMAGAZINE
  • eMagazine
  • Archive Issue
  • Advertise
Food Engineering logo
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
Food Engineering logo
  • NEWS
    • Latest Headlines
    • Manufacturing News
    • People & Industry News
    • Plant Openings
    • Recalls
    • Regulatory Watch
    • Supplier News
  • PRODUCTS
    • New Plant Products
    • New Retail Products
  • TOPICS
    • Alternative Protein
    • Automation
    • Cannabis
    • Cleaning | Sanitation
    • Fabulous Food Plants
    • Food Safety
    • Maintenance Strategies
    • OEE
    • Packaging
    • Sustainability
    • More
  • EXCLUSIVES
    • Plant Construction Survey
    • Plant of the Year
    • Sustainable Plant of the Year
    • State of Food Manufacturing
    • Top 100 Food & Beverage Companies
  • MEDIA
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • Webinars
    • White Papers
  • FOOD MASTER
  • EVENTS
    • Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo
    • Industry Events
  • RESOURCES
    • eNewsletter
    • Custom Content & Marketing Services
    • FE Store
    • Government Links
    • Industry Associations
    • Market Research
    • Classified Ads
  • EMAGAZINE
    • eMagazine
    • Archive Issue
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP!
Latest headlinesPeople & Industry News

Food Waste

Countries Can Effectively Reduce Food Waste with Innovative Waste Management Solutions

Food Waste Management Market
Image by Nicholas Demetriades from Pixabay
February 2, 2023

A new report by Future Market Insights called "Food Waste Management Market" highlights ways that countries can effectively reduce food waste via waste management solutions.

Recent Trends in Processing Food Waste Drive China Market
China's food waste management market is securing a CAGR of 7.8%, with a valuation of $13.1 billion during the forecast period. The current trend in food waste management uses advanced waste treatment technologies like gasification in China. Gasification technology converts organic materials with the help of a well-developed food waste management system to produce combustible gas. Another process is anaerobic digestion, a new and moderate technological advancement that recovers minerals and energy. As a result, it has a substantially lower cost, making it more cost effective. Moreover, the aerobic digesters speed up the natural breakdown process, producing water, heat and carbon dioxide.

Increased environmental concerns over dumping procedures are expected to impel China's food waste management market. Historically, China contributed a CAGR of 7.3% between 2017 and 2022.

Government of India Taking Measures to Reduce Wastage While Exporting Food
India is securing a CAGR of 5.9% with a valuation of $4.0 billion during the forecast period. Food waste management is projected to become more popular in India due to the country's high exports of various food goods. In addition, India exports food to countries in North America and Europe, which results in the wasting of more food during transit.

India is the world's second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables after China, although it still loses almost 70% of its products due to gaps in the early phases of harvest and distribution. India intends to collaborate with the U.S. industry to borrow technologies and breakthroughs across the whole food production and consumption chain.

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have announced a plan for expanded maritime cooperation and the building of logistics infrastructure. It assists India in exporting food and perishables to UAE markets at a lower cost. In addition, the government is investing in cold chain logistics and enhancing farm productivity to reduce the overall generation of food waste. Historically, India contributed a CAGR of 7.5% between 2017 and 2022.

Food Waste Management Growth in the U.S. Due to Urbanization and Industrialization
The U.S. is likely to record a CAGR of 5.9% with a valuation of $40.2 billion during the forecast period. The amount of food thrown out by Americans each year is uncountable. According to the EPA, about 63 million tons of wasted food were generated in the commercial, institutional and residential sectors. However, about 32% were managed by animal feed during the forecast period.

The U.S. food waste management market is growing owing to rapid urbanization and industrialization. Moreover, the increasing use of organic waste for animal feed and fertilizer production drives the U.S. market.

Overproduction, damage to food goods, strict food-grading criteria and market fluctuations are all factors fueling the U.S. food waste management market. However, the government is taking serious steps to obtain biofuel from food waste, as it helps to reduce fossil fuel consumption. Historically, the U.S. contributed a CAGR of 7.1% between 2017 and 2022.

High Wastage of Food in the UK Leads to the Growth of Food Waste Management
The market in the UK is likely to register a CAGR of 6.1% with a valuation of $7.0 billion during the forecast period. Food waste is a severe economic, environmental and social challenge in the UK that has gotten more attention in recent years. However, the high disposable income has led to excessive purchasing, poor food management, overproduction and a lack of concern for food waste.

In Europe, the UK plays a major part in food waste management during the forecast period. The government is working to reduce food waste and invest in efficient disposal ways to obtain biogas and fertilizers from such operations. Historically, the UK contributed a CAGR of 6.6% between 2017 and 2022.

Export Food Leads to More Food Waste in Japan
Japan is capturing a CAGR of 5.1% with a valuation of $5.8 billion during the forecast period. Japan generates a bulk of waste when people purchase more food than they can eat, resulting in a large chunk of food. In Japan, a large quantity of food is strayed before it reaches shops and households.

Almost half of all vegetables and fruits go waste in Japan when lost in the handling process and transportation. The lack of a robust legal framework for food waste management is projected to limit the market expansion. Food waste is expected to rise due to a lack of cold chain technologies and poor logistics circumstances. Historically, Japan contributed a CAGR of 5.7% between 2017 and 2022.

Recent Developments in the Food Waste Management Market
The key players are focusing on reducing food waste by about 50% through the adoption of several methods to extend the shelf-life of food. The top companies are paying strict attention to regulations on food waste. FDA supports the food industry regarding food safety, packaged foods and clean labeling. In the coming period, food manufacturers are likely to develop smart technology that may reduce the wastage of food items.

Various factors influencing the market include:

  • The increasing burden of uneaten food and kitchen waste on the environment is accelerating the demand for food waste management.
  • The adoption of food waste management by the end-use industries is increasing to collect, dispose and transfer food items.
  • Growing consumer awareness about the wastage of food and government regulations are boosting the demand for food waste management.
  • The rising population, spoilage of food and local waste are likely to increase market opportunities during the forecast period.
  • The growing environmental and social issues are driving the sales of food waste management.
  • Numerous imported products and exotic food items are propelling the demand for food waste management.
  • Globally, the wastage of food reaches a proportion of 1.3 billion tons per year, nearly one-third of human food consumption, which is rapidly enhancing the demand for food waste management.
  • Large businesses generate food wastage through food services, processing and wholesale are driving the market growth.


KEYWORDS: food waste market research market trends

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
to unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • Global Organic Food & Beverage Market to Grow

    Global Organic Food & Beverage Market to Grow

    With a CAGR of 12.07%, Bonafide Research estimates this...
    Latest headlines
  • skilled MEP worker

    Predicting Food and Beverage Manufacturing Trends for 2024

    The two words that should be kept in mind are labor and...
    Automation
    By: Derrick Teal
  • cleaning and sanitation

    The basics of cleaning and sanitation in food plants

    Sanitation maintains or restores a state of cleanliness...
    Cleaning | Sanitation
    By: Richard F. Stier
close

1 COMPLIMENTARY ARTICLE(S) LEFT

Loader

Already a Registered User? Sign in now.

Subscribe For Free!
  • eMagazine
  • eNewsletter
  • Online Registration
  • Manage My Preferences
  • Customer Service

OT Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Food Manufacturing Facilities

OT Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Food Manufacturing Facilities

Understanding Impacts of OT Cybersecurity Events in Food Manufacturing

Understanding Impacts of OT Cybersecurity Events in Food Manufacturing

Food Plant Openings and Expansions April 2025

Food Plant Openings and Expansions April 2025

FA&M 2025 in Rewind

FA&M 2025 in Rewind

More Videos

Popular Stories

Conagra Logo

Conagra Brands to Sell Chef Boyardee Brand to Hometown Food Company

Salt

FDA to Amend Standards of Identity to Include Salt Substitutes

Chocolate coated candies

FDA to Phase Out Use of Petroleum-Based Food Dyes

CHECK OUT OUR NEW ESSENTIAL TOPICS

Alternative ProteinAutomationCleaning/SanitationFabulous Food Plants

Food SafetyMaintenance StrategiesOEE

PackagingSustainability

Events

June 5, 2025

Mass Customization Driving Innovation in the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage industry is at the nexus of transformative global manufacturing trends, driving a shift toward personalized, customer-centric solutions. 

June 5, 2025

How Cafe Spice Uses Automation to Propel Private Label

Learn about Cafe Spice’s new, state-of-the-art, highly automated manufacturing facility in Beacon, New York. 

View All Submit An Event

Products

Recent Advances in Ready-to-Eat Food Technology

Recent Advances in Ready-to-Eat Food Technology

See More Products

Plant of the Year

Related Articles

  • Fruit and veg food waste

    How manufacturers can optimize their process to reduce food waste

    See More
  • How to cope with broken supply chains.  Image courtesy Pixabay.com

    How to reduce food waste when supply chains are unpredictable

    See More
  • Tips to Reduce Food Waste

    Top Tips to Reduce Food Waste During Processing

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • Functionalized_Carbohydrate.gif

    Functionalizing Carbohydrates for Food Applications

See More Products
×

Elevate your expertise in food engineering with unparalleled insights and connections.

Get the latest industry updates tailored your way.

JOIN TODAY!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Food Master
    • Store
    • Want More
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eMagazine
    • eNewsletter
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2025. All Rights Reserved BNP Media.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing

Food Engineering logo
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
Food Engineering logo
  • NEWS
    • Latest Headlines
    • Manufacturing News
    • People & Industry News
    • Plant Openings
    • Recalls
    • Regulatory Watch
    • Supplier News
  • PRODUCTS
    • New Plant Products
    • New Retail Products
  • TOPICS
    • Alternative Protein
    • Automation
    • Cannabis
    • Cleaning | Sanitation
    • Fabulous Food Plants
    • Food Safety
    • Maintenance Strategies
    • OEE
    • Packaging
    • Sustainability
    • More
  • EXCLUSIVES
    • Plant Construction Survey
    • Plant of the Year
    • Sustainable Plant of the Year
    • State of Food Manufacturing
    • Top 100 Food & Beverage Companies
  • MEDIA
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • Webinars
    • White Papers
  • FOOD MASTER
  • EVENTS
    • Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo
    • Industry Events
  • RESOURCES
    • eNewsletter
    • Custom Content & Marketing Services
    • FE Store
    • Government Links
    • Industry Associations
    • Market Research
    • Classified Ads
  • EMAGAZINE
    • eMagazine
    • Archive Issue
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP!