The project, called “Food Upcycling”, aims to help the Danish food industry combat food waste and make better use of its by-products, with the DTU National Food Institute among the project’s partners.
The institute will take part in workshops with companies to help identify side streams that can be used as food or food ingredients – either by the companies themselves or by others.
“We will contribute to screening companies’ side streams to assess their potential for use as food or food ingredients, including assisting with questions related to novel food regulations. We will also participate in developing food products from selected side streams,” says Associate Professor at the DTU National Food Institute Timothy John Hobley.
The project is funded and initiated by the Danish Industry Foundation, as there is significant untapped potential to enhance the competitiveness of food companies. The Danish Technological Institute is leading the project's day-to-day operations.
Food Upcycling brings together a number of major players in the food sector. In addition to the partners mentioned above, Danish Food & Drink Association, the Danish Agriculture & Food Council, Dagrofa, Foodvalley NL, and Food & Bio Cluster Denmark are also participating.
Digital Platform to Ensure Knowledge Sharing
As part of the project, a digital platform will be established to serve as a hub for companies interested in working with side streams. The platform will contain tools, guides, and a network for companies in the food sector.
