TY - JOUR
T1 - Sustainable food and feed sources from microalgae
T2 - Food security and the circular bioeconomy
AU - Ahmad, Ashfaq
AU - Ashraf, Syed Salman
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2023 Elsevier B.V.
PY - 2023/7
Y1 - 2023/7
N2 - Global population growth, projected to reach 9.3 billion by 2050, poses significant challenges to food production and the traditional food supply system. In this context, microalgae offer a sustainable solution for global food security. With their carbon sequestration capacity, nutrient richness, and photosynthetic efficiency, microalgae have the potential to become essential in achieving carbon neutrality and meeting future food demands. However, several challenges must be addressed, including high production costs, low acceptance, and safety concerns. Coordinated efforts from various fields are required to overcome these challenges and unlock the full potential of microalgae-based food development. This review article discusses the benefits, drawbacks, and future prospects of microalgae as food and feed sources. It covers topics such as their nutritional compositions, economic feasibility, sustainability, and market trends. Additionally, the article discusses essential aspects, including safety, environmental impact, cost, functionality, and ongoing research efforts. Overall, this comprehensive review aims to shed light on the potential of microalgae as a viable solution to address global food security challenges while also addressing the hurdles that must be overcome for their successful implementation in the food industry.
AB - Global population growth, projected to reach 9.3 billion by 2050, poses significant challenges to food production and the traditional food supply system. In this context, microalgae offer a sustainable solution for global food security. With their carbon sequestration capacity, nutrient richness, and photosynthetic efficiency, microalgae have the potential to become essential in achieving carbon neutrality and meeting future food demands. However, several challenges must be addressed, including high production costs, low acceptance, and safety concerns. Coordinated efforts from various fields are required to overcome these challenges and unlock the full potential of microalgae-based food development. This review article discusses the benefits, drawbacks, and future prospects of microalgae as food and feed sources. It covers topics such as their nutritional compositions, economic feasibility, sustainability, and market trends. Additionally, the article discusses essential aspects, including safety, environmental impact, cost, functionality, and ongoing research efforts. Overall, this comprehensive review aims to shed light on the potential of microalgae as a viable solution to address global food security challenges while also addressing the hurdles that must be overcome for their successful implementation in the food industry.
KW - Alternative proteins
KW - Food industry
KW - Functional foods
KW - Microalgae
KW - Sustainable Development Goals
UR - http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?scp=85164431155&partnerID=8YFLogxK
U2 - 10.1016/j.algal.2023.103185
DO - 10.1016/j.algal.2023.103185
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:85164431155
SN - 2211-9264
VL - 74
JO - Algal Research
JF - Algal Research
M1 - 103185
ER -
