Essays about: "Food Waste"
Showing result 26 - 30 of 545 essays containing the words Food Waste.
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26. On-farm slaughter and emergency slaughter in Sweden : prerequisites for reducing food loss of pigs and cattle
University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular SciencesAbstract : Although consumers are responsible for much food waste, recent studies have shown significant losses on farm-level. A recent report published by the Swedish Board of Agriculture presented that 3% and 8% of pigs and cattle are lost respectively, requesting further research regarding the potential in salvaging meat through on-farm slaughter (OFS) and on-farm emergency slaughter (OFES). READ MORE
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27. Beyond the Bin: Dumpster Diving as an Alternative Consumer Practice
University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : Title: Beyond the Bin: Dumpster Diving as an Alternative Consumer Practice - Investigating the Motivations and Methods of Urban Foragers Course: BUSN39 Business Administration: Degree Project in Global Marketing - Master level Authors: Adam Christensson and Vendela Melin Supervisor: Annette Cerne Keywords: Dumpster diving, Social movement, Consumer resistance, Theory of planned behavior (TPB). Purpose: The study investigates dumpster diving motivations, methods, and its role as a resistance against conventional consumption patterns. READ MORE
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28. From farm to food waste? : Opportunities and limitations for a circular economy in the cow milk and oat drink industries
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling; Linköpings universitet/Filosofiska fakultetenAbstract : The purpose of our thesis is to determine to what extent the cow milk and oat drink industries can implement a circular economy according to Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s definition. In addition, we will discuss the impact on the overall sustainability. READ MORE
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29. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS TO INCREASE LOGISTICS PERFORMANCE IN THE DAIRY INDUSTRY : A CASE STUDY IN THE DAIRY INDUSTRY
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : The dairy industry is a complex system that involves many stakeholders and processes, from production to distribution. To measure and improve the performance of this system, a comprehensive and reliable Performance Measurement System (PMS) is needed. A PMS is a tool that helps to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations. READ MORE
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30. Characterization of Compost from Reusable Industrial Streams: : physical, Nutrient, and Microbial Properties
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : The increasing global population, combined with soil degradation, poses challenges to food security, and raises concerns about the excessive and long-term use of conventional fertilizers. Evaluating sustainable alternative by-products for their soil-improving properties could offer a potential solution, particularly for Swedish fruit producers who can tap into local waste streams as a circular source of plant nutrients. READ MORE