**Table of Contents:**

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
1.1 Background and Significance
1.2 Research Objectives
1.3 Scope and Limitations
1.4 Definition of Key Terms
1.5 Organization of the Thesis

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Chapter 2

: Literature Review**
2.1 Overview of Biodegradable Packaging Materials
2.2 Current Challenges in Conventional Food Packaging
2.3 Sustainable Alternatives: Agricultural Waste as Raw Material
2.4 Biodegradability and Environmental Impact Assessment
2.5 Market Trends and Consumer Preferences
2.6 Technological Advances in Biopolymer Production
2.7 Regulatory Frameworks and Standards

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Chapter 3

: Methodology**
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Selection of Agricultural Waste Materials
3.3 Material Characterization and Analysis
3.4 Processing Techniques for Biopolymer Production
3.5 Testing Methods for Biodegradability and Performance Evaluation
3.6 Experimental Setup and Data Collection
3.7 Ethical Considerations

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Chapter 4

: Results and Discussion**
4.1 Characterization of Agricultural Waste Materials
4.2 Biopolymer Formulation and Processing
4.3 Mechanical Properties and Barrier Performance
4.4 Biodegradability Assessment
4.5 Environmental Impact Analysis
4.6 Comparison with Conventional Packaging Materials
4.7 Implications for the Food Industry

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Chapter 5

: Conclusion and Future Directions**
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Implications for Sustainable Food Packaging
5.3 Limitations of the Study
5.4 Recommendations for Future Research
5.5 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
5.6 Contribution to Knowledge
5.7 Practical Applications and Policy Implications