Food Processing

The food processing industry in Wisconsin is a diverse sector that includes dairy, meat and fruit and vegetable processing (the most common industries) and specialty food products like baked goods, beer and other beverages.

• Dairy
• Meat
• Fruits and vegetables

Trade associations active in the food-processing sector are The Midwest Food Processors Association, the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors, the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association and the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association.

Wastewater and Byproduct Management

Wastewater and the management of any inedible food material, often called by-products, are the two dominant environmental concerns in the food processing industry because they directly effect the quality of a clean and wholesome food product.

• Wastewater Management
• Organic waste material
• Phosphorus
• Chlorides

Food Processing Byproduct Management

When processing raw food materials there are large volumes of material that are inedible or not up to quality standards; these raw food materials then become waste. Good waste management practices will strive to utilize the proteins, fats and nutrients in these byproducts as an alternative to landfilling.

• Best Practices