ABSTRACT
Marine food production and processing industries based on diversified and enormous ocean richness (fish, mollusks, shellfish, and other seafood) have significantly increased food and diet options for humans. At the same time, the bio-waste generated during these processes has raised serious concerns due to associated problems such as: disposal, economic losses, and environmental challenges. Mitigation of these challenges through alternative utilization of the bio-waste may generate a significant effect on sustainability. Also, the nutritive richness (chitin, omega-3 fatty acid, vitamin-A, calcium, minerals, etc.) and other qualities (bio-active, antioxidant, and enzymatic properties) of the bio-waste have landed a plethora of opportunities for its resource utilization and management. The present chapter focuses on the sources of marine food waste production and the drivers for the management of marine food waste. It also highlights the utilization processes and management strategies to convert the waste to a resource and simultaneously mitigate the associated problems.
