Table 1.
Estimate of waste in the food industry [4].
| Industrial Sector | Amount of Waste (000 t) | Waste (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Production, processing, and preserving of meat and meat products | 150 | 2.5 |
| Production and preserving of fish and fish products | 8 | 3.5 |
| Production and preserving of fruits and vegetables | 279 | 4.5 |
| Manufacture of vegetable and animal oils and fats | 73 | 1.5 |
| Dairy products and ice cream industry | 404 | 3 |
| Production of grain and starch products | 245 | 1.5 |
| Manufacture of other food products | 239 | 2 |
| Drinks industry | 492 | 2 |
| Total | 1890 | 2.6 |