Full Exploitation of Peach Palm (Bactris gasipaes Kunth): State of the Art and Perspectives
This research examines the full potential of the peach palm tree, from its edible products to its waste materials. The study shows how this Amazonian palm species can be sustainably used to produce food while its waste can be transformed into valuable products. Impact on everyday life: • Provides a sustainable source of palm hearts without killing the tree, making it more environmentally friendly and economically viable • Offers nutritious food products rich in antioxidants and carotenoids through its fruits • Creates new economic opportunities through waste transformation into useful products like dietary fibers and food additives • Helps reduce environmental waste by finding uses for previously discarded plant materials • Contributes to more sustainable food systems and circular economy practices