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Sustainable Assemblage of Clustered Wastages and Meticulous Exertion of Disposal System: A Comprehensive Review

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Widespread vegetable wastage in Indian markets is a pressing issue, driven by factors like inadequate storage, inefficient transport, improper handling, and a lack of standardized packaging and grading. This wastage results in substantial economic losses for farmers and traders and adverse environmental effects, including increased landfill waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and pollution. Moreover, rotting vegetables in markets pose health risks and compromise food safety. To combat this problem, a comprehensive research study has been conducted, employing a mixed-method approach. This research combines quantitative and qualitative methods, including a questionnaire survey of 100 residents, structured surveys, and in-depth interviews with relevant stakeholders. The study investigates the causes and consequences of vegetable wastage in Indian markets, with a particular focus on its environmental and public health impact. The research also proposes a systematic waste management procedure to address these issues and mitigate potential drawbacks. By uncovering the root causes, assessing the effects, and offering practical solutions, this study aims to contribute to a sustainable and efficient waste management system in Indian vegetable markets. The findings and recommendations in this research serve as a foundation for policymakers, market authorities, farmers, and other stakeholders to develop effective strategies and policies for waste reduction and management in vegetable markets.

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Acknowledgements

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all individuals who contributed to the development and validation of the proposed waste management system in the Indian vegetable market. This includes the cooperation and support of customers, vendors, local residents, waste management authorities, and all others who generously shared their insights, time, and expertise. Their invaluable contributions were fundamental in shaping this research and making it both rational and viable.

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  1. Tarun Danti Dey, Digvijay Pandey, Kismat Kaur, Chetan Singh and Anmol Sharma contributed equally to this work.

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  1. University School of Business, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India

    Rupinder Kaur & Anmol Sharma

  2. Department of Business and Management, Chittagong, Bangladesh

    Tarun Danti Dey

  3. Department of Technical Education, Lucknow, U.P., India

    Digvijay Pandey

  4. CBSA, CGC Landran, Mohali, India

    Kismat Kaur

  5. Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India

    Chetan Singh

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Kaur, R., Dey, T.D., Pandey, D. et al. Sustainable Assemblage of Clustered Wastages and Meticulous Exertion of Disposal System: A Comprehensive Review. Adv. Astronaut. Sci. Technol. (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42423-023-00141-z

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