Background The demand for more sustainable packaging materials is increasing. However,
the multidisciplinary and complexity of this topic often lead to misconceptions among food …

Food packaging performs an essential function, but packaging materials can have a
negative impact on the environment. This collection reviews bio-based, biodegradable and …

Food loss and waste occur for many reasons, from crop processing to household leftovers.
Even though some waste generation is unavoidable, a considerable amount is due to …

Packaging materials are critical in ensuring the safety and quality of foods. Conventional
packaging materials from non-renewable sources have revolutionized the food packaging …

This chapter presents a deep investigation into the role of packaging within the sustainability
of the food chains. In this context, food becomes a key element and the life cycle impacts …

Background Packaging has been blamed for representing one of the highest environmental
impacts in food productions. Although it cannot be denied that packages, with special …

Innovations in food packaging systems will help meet the evolving needs of the market, such
as consumer preference for “healthy” and high‐quality food products and reduction of the …

The successful employment of food packaging can greatly improve product safety and
quality, making the area a key concern to the food processing industry. Emerging food …

Recently, academic research and industries have gained awareness about the economic,
environmental, and social impacts of conventional plastic packaging and its disposal. This …

In recent years, there has been an increase in demand for bioactive techniques in the food
packaging industry. Although edible packaging is popular, it has yet to be effectively …