Upcycled Ingredients Industry, Global, 2024?2030

Upcycled Ingredients Industry, Global, 2024‒2030

Upcycling is Driving Transformational Growth in the Food and Nutrition Industry Due to a Focus on Minimizing Agro-Food Waste

An upcycled ingredient is an ingredient produced by the valorization of byproducts obtained from processes along the agro-food industry value chain that can re-enter the food value chain as part of a new product. In practice, the food system can get “more” out of “less” by creating two or more products out of resources that formerly produced only one. Upcycling is a waste management strategy that creates value. It is part of a broader movement to address environmental concerns and promote sustainability within the food industry. The research scope covers upcycled ingredients used across different application areas, including food, beverage, and dietary supplements. The analysis focuses on understanding the current ecosystem and likely developments in the upcycling of agro-food industry waste. The report is segmented based on the source of waste material into plant- and animal-derived upcycled ingredients. The analysis highlights products and solutions that key ingredient manufacturers offer to meet the growing customer demand for clean-label products and solutions with high sustainability expectations. The companies considered in the scope are those active in the food and nutrition space and use or produce upcycled ingredients.