How can agricultural and food processing by-products become valuable resources instead of being discarded? In this episode, the EXCEL4MED project explores how innovative green technologies are transforming by-products from the food industry into high-value ingredients that support more sustainable and circular food systems.
Representatives from the Malta Food Agency, the University of Malta, and Mgarr Farming discuss the challenges facing the agricultural and food sectors, including climate change, resource efficiency, and the growing demand for sustainable food production. The conversation highlights how the EXCEL4MED project is developing innovative solutions to recover valuable bioactive compounds from fruit by-products, creating new opportunities for farmers, food processors, researchers, and consumers while reducing environmental impact.
Funded by the Horizon Europe Programme, EXCEL4MED brings together partners from Malta, Greece, and France to promote innovation, strengthen collaboration between academia and industry, and support the transition towards a more sustainable and resilient Mediterranean food value chain.