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Food Waste Recycling in Singapore
Singapore’s Food Waste Recycling Trends
According to the National Environment Agency (NEA), food recycling rates in Singapore have shown little improvement in recent years.
In 2024, Singapore generated 784 thousand tonnes of food waste, but only 18% (138 thousand tonnes) were recycled. Much of this food waste comes from households, food manufacturers, unsold food and food preparation residues. By improving food waste recycling through composting, anaerobic digestion, and black soldier fly treatment, Singapore can recover valuable nutrients and energy — supporting a more sustainable, circular food system.
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What is Food Waste Recycling?
Food waste recycling refers to the recovery and conversion of discarded food into useful by-products through environmentally responsible processes.
At Gee Hoe Seng, we specialize in the collection, sorting, and preparation of food waste from commercial and industrial sources. These materials are then sent to licensed downstream recycling partners for treatment through composting, anaerobic digestion, or black soldier fly (BSF) processing.
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Types of Food Wastes We Recycle
At Gee Hoe Seng, we specialize in recycling a wide range of food waste types. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of businesses that require bulk disposal and recycling solutions. The types of food waste we handle include:
– Frozen Food: Expired or off-spec frozen food items.
– Canned Food: Surplus or expired canned goods.
– Grains: Bulk quantities of grains that are off-spec, expired, or otherwise compromised.
– Nuts: Expired or unsellable nuts, such as almonds, cashews, and peanuts.
– Palm Kernel Shells
– Coconut Husks and Shells
Our comprehensive recycling process ensures that these materials are handled in an environmentally responsible manner, turning waste into valuable resources whenever possible.
Learn more about accepted materials and handling requirements in our Recycling & Waste Guides.
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Food Waste Collection
Price Options
Our food waste collection pricing depends on factors such as waste volume, collection method, and site access requirements. The options below provide a general pricing guide.
For general waste or bulky waste disposal, please refer to our Waste Collection & Disposal services for commercial and industrial clients.
Self Drop-Off
- Minimum weight of 500kg
- Self drop-off at our warehouse
- Disposal charges apply
Ad-Hoc Collection
- No minimum weight required
- Pickup from your location
- Disposal charges apply in addition to collection and transport fees
Regular Collection
- No minimum weight required
- Pickup from your location
- Disposal charges apply in addition to collection and transport fees
IMPORTANT NOTES & EXCLUSIONS
– All food wastes are chargeable — rebates are not applicable.
– Food waste must be free from packaging and non-organic materials. Contaminated or mixed loads will be charged at higher disposal rates.
Additional Notes
– Ad-hoc collections in restricted or remote areas (e.g. Town, CBD, Sentosa, Jurong Island, Changi Air Freight Centre, Shipyards) — from $150/trip
– Additional collection charges apply for loads exceeding 4 pallets of food waste.
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Our Food Recycling Process
At Gee Hoe Seng, we manage the first and most essential stages of Singapore’s food waste recycling chain — collection and sorting. We ensure food waste is safely recovered, separated, and prepared for downstream partners who process it through composting, anaerobic digestion, or black soldier fly (BSF) treatment.
Together, this five-step process converts discarded food waste into valuable resources that support circular economy goals.
1. Food Waste Collection
Food waste is collected from factories and food manufacturers using our own fleet of vehicles. Our in-house team ensures timely and compliant collection for all clients.
2. Sorting & Pre-Treatment
Collected waste is sorted to remove contaminants such as packaging, plastics, or non-organic items. Clean organic waste is separated for downstream recycling, ensuring the highest recovery.
3. Composting Process
Organic materials like fruit and vegetable waste are biologically decomposed into nutrient-rich compost, ideal for landscaping, farming, and soil restoration.
4. Anaerobic Digestion
Food waste with high moisture or energy content undergoes anaerobic digestion, where microorganisms break it down in oxygen-free tanks. This process produces biogas and digestate.
5. Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Treatment
Certain food waste streams, such as grains and plant residues, are used to cultivate black soldier fly larvae, closing the loop in sustainable waste management.