AgriWasteValue: Converting Agricultural Residues to Bioactive Compounds

Conversion of apple, pear, and vine pruning residues into bioactive compounds, focusing on phlorizin for nutraceutical and cosmetic applications. Addresses regulatory pathways in the EU (Novel Food) and US (New Dietary Ingredient), with emphasis on sustainability, traceability, and market potential. Led by nine European partners, including AgroParisTech and Vallbiom, funded by ERDF and Wallonia. Phlorizin concentrations in pruning wood are up to 1,000× higher than in fruit, enabling sustainable valorisation of arboricultural and viticultural waste. Market study by Nutriité and audits by Pharmanager support project viability.