Background. The study aimed to analyze the impact of sustainable production methods on the economic efficiency of food industry enterprises. The study examined current trends in the introduction of energy-efficient technologies, digitalization, waste management and circular economy principles, and analyzed the economic benefits of using intelligent control systems and renewable energy sources. Automated energy  monitoring systems reduced energy costs by 12 ÷ 18 %, while the integration of renewable energy sources reduced costs by 30 ÷ 40 % in the long term.
Results and Conclusions. The study determined that the transition to circular production models increases profitability by 8 ÷ 15 % by reducing the cost of purchasing raw materials and optimizing waste processing. The study established that enterprises implementing advanced waste processing technologies can not only minimize the cost of waste disposal, but also create new revenue streams through the production of biogas, feed additives and secondary materials. The study proved that the use of smart sensors and machine learning algorithms can optimize resource consumption, prevent equipment breakdowns and reduce production losses. These technologies also help automate quality control processes and ensure more accurate forecasting of demand and supply management. The key barriers to the introduction of sustainable technologies were identified, including high investment costs, the need to modernize infrastructure, the difficulty of integrating with existing production processes and the lack of qualified specialists.  The study found that the effective implementation of a sustainable production strategy requires the interaction between business, the state and scientific circles. The development of financial instruments, such as tax reliefs, subsidies and schemes supporting innovation, may largely expedite enterprises’ transition to environment-friendly and cost-effective operating models. The study concluded that enterprises investing  in innovative methods of sustainable production gain significant competitive advantage and ensure long-term business growth in the context of the global environmental agenda.