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This past weekend was the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction, but the opportunity to take action is ongoing. Food retailers can still make a significant impact by adopting these strategies: Key actions: - Boost food donations by creating a clear list for employees to help divert perishables past labeled dates (e.g., seafood diverted within 2 days of Use By date, milk donated within 5 days of Sell By date). - Increase food waste diversion by ensuring each department has easy access to organic waste collection bins. - Forge local partnerships with food banks, shelters, farms, and bioenergy facilities to keep food waste out of landfills. Learn more about the financial impact of food loss and waste through ReFED's Food Waste Solutions: https://hubs.li/Q02RLbJp0 #Sustainability #FoodWaste #FoodWasteReduction #GroceryIndustry #FoodRetailer #FLWDay

Food waste/ Surplus from supermarkets. There are some great ways this food is shared through to communities from supermarkets like FareShare UK and Neighbourly. it prevents waste, and feeds people. Through our daily collections we feed a huge number of people via the waterside food project. But I worry there is not enough support for the small charities and community groups who also collect to deal with what's left when the food has been shared out. The use by that no one wants, or can't reach people unless you can hand out at night ( we can), or can't be frozen. What is happening to that food? How do we prevent that part of the waste? I am super lucky we have the space to compost, and access to woodchip. This (not brilliant ) video is of my latest compost bin. it is a hot composting method, so I can compost meats and dairy. After 3 to four weeks depending on the weather temperatures it will be broken down to a compost, it then will be moved to our maturing bins to be gone through by worms and to grow mycelium. In the spring it will be used to grow more food. For those who don't have the space or time, how can we create a network of composters to go with food collectors to take waste prevention even further ? #foodwaste #supermarkets #compost #livingsoils

🌍🍽 Food Unites Us All, But Not Everyone Has Enough 🌱✨ As we celebrate International Food Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on the power of a meal. It's more than just nourishment—it’s about sharing, caring, and coming together as a global family. No one should ever have to wonder where their next meal will come from. Today, we can make a difference by raising awareness and working towards a world without hunger. Let's support sustainable solutions that empower local communities. 💬 What’s your favorite comfort food, and how does it connect you to your roots? Share below 👇 (P.S.): Every action counts! Whether it's reducing food waste, supporting local farmers, or donating to food drives, we all have a part to play. 🌾💚 🌟 let's stand together and help spread the message! Like, share, or tag someone who believes in the power of food to change lives. Together, we can build a better future for all. 🌍🍽 #EndHunger #SustainableFuture #InternationalFoodDay #FoodForAll #ZeroHunger #SustainableEating #NourishingTheWorld #FoodIsLove #GlobalFamily #ReduceFoodWaste #ActForChange

While the UK discards over 9.5 million tonnes of food each year, the festive season offers an opportunity to rethink our habits and reduce waste. Popular items like turkey, Christmas pudding, and mince pies often end up in landfills, contributing to harmful methane emissions. Our latest blog highlights the environmental impact of food waste during Christmas and provides practical strategies for businesses to make a difference. From improving food handling practices to redistributing surplus food to charities, there are effective ways to tackle the issue. Discover more in our latest blog: https://gag.gl/smau6B #BSIStandards #Sustainability #FoodWaste #Christmas2024 #ClimateAction #ReduceWaste

🌍 World Food Day: A Moment for Reflection and Action On October 16th, we observe World Food Day, raising awareness about global hunger and food sustainability. In 2023, between 713 million and 757 million people faced hunger, and over 2.8 billion people couldn’t afford a healthy diet in 2022. Even in the EU, many struggle with the rising cost of food. At the same time, food waste remains a pressing issue—132 kg of edible food per person was wasted in the EU last year. To combat this, the EU is working toward ambitious targets to reduce food waste and promote food donations. 🫵 What can each of us do? We can make small changes: reduce food waste at home, donate to local food banks, and choose sustainable food options. Together, we can make a difference! 🔗 Check out infographic to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eTprAtrA #WorldFoodDay #Sustainability #ZeroHunger #FoodWaste #TakeAction

🌱 Food Waste: Reducing Waste, Increasing Profits 🍲Food waste is a major problem for restaurants. Wasting food means wasting money. It can also harm the environment. Managing food waste is crucial for both profit and sustainability. To reduce waste, track your inventory carefully. This helps you order only what you need. Teach staff to be mindful of portion sizes. Controlling portions reduces the likelihood of food waste. Consider donating excess food to local charities. This helps those in need and reduces waste. You can also repurpose leftover ingredients in new dishes to minimize loss. By focusing on reducing food waste, you can save money and improve your restaurant's reputation. Customers appreciate businesses that care about the environment. Make waste reduction a priority today for a better tomorrow. #FoodWasteManagement #Sustainability #RestaurantProfitability #WasteReduction

While the UK discards over 9.5 million tonnes of food each year, the festive season offers an opportunity to rethink our habits and reduce waste. Popular items like turkey, Christmas pudding, and mince pies often end up in landfills, contributing to harmful methane emissions. Our latest blog highlights the environmental impact of food waste during Christmas and provides practical strategies for businesses to make a difference. From improving food handling practices to redistributing surplus food to charities, there are effective ways to tackle the issue. Discover more in our latest blog: https://gag.gl/smau6B #BSIStandards #Sustainability #FoodWaste #Christmas2024 #ClimateAction #ReduceWaste

🌍Californians send 11.2 billion pounds of food to landfills each year. Food waste contributes to more than half of methane emissions from municipal solid waste landfills. Meanwhile, too many in our community struggle to afford healthy food. 🌍BFN is the largest Food Recovery Organization (FRO) in Northern Alameda County, each year diverting hundreds of tons of edible, surplus food to neighbors in need while saving the equivalent of 80 years of electricity consumption for one household! 🌍Food recovery is an important initiative that simultaneously addresses food security and climate change. However, the costs associated with sorting and waste hauling the unusable donations can be unsustainable for FROs, often lean nonprofits. 🌍In an effort to change that, we recently partnered with StopWaste and Cascadia Consulting Group to analyze the compost and waste at BFN. Follow the link below to see how this unique compost audit project could yield more support for food recovery efforts in our community. https://ow.ly/nyKY50RkhtU #earthday #foodrecovery

🌱🍽️ Let's unite this National Food Waste Day to combat food waste! Did you know one-third of all food produced worldwide goes to waste? Silo's initiatives aim to minimize waste and maximize impact: 1. Action-oriented analyses: Silo empowers customers with insights to tackle food waste effectively. 2. Waste mitigation recommendations: Silo offers tailored solutions for businesses to reduce waste at every stage. 3. Donation service: Silo connects surplus food with local organizations in need, ensuring it's put to good use. 4. Education on donation benefits: Silo educates businesses on potential tax incentives for donating surplus food. But it's not just businesses; we can all reduce food waste at home, too! Tips: 1. Plan meals and make a shopping list. 2. Store perishables correctly. 3. Get creative with leftovers. 4. Practice FIFO. 5. Compost organic waste for your garden. Let's make a positive impact together! 🌍💚 #NationalFoodWasteDay #Sustainability #WasteReduction 🍴

Reducing food waste isn’t just something you do at home; you can also join millions of Food Waste Heroes who are helping the environment, saving money, and supporting food insecurity initiatives year-round in their communities, workplaces, or schools! ⭐Volunteer or partner with local food recovery organizations such as @secondhelpingsatlanta or Retaaza . ⭐Get involved in food waste reduction initiatives in your community, such as community composting at Browns Mill Urban Food Forest or Truly Living Well. ⭐Consider how to reduce food waste for events and organizations that you’re a part of, from planning a low-waste snack after-game snack for your kids’ soccer team to donating uneaten food from an upcoming event you’re planning. ⭐Fill out the Food Waste Hero Scorecard for your home, business, or organization, which can be found at https://lnkd.in/dJMgfdXH. ⭐Share articles and info about food waste on social media. ⭐Share how you are a #foodwastehero throughout the year by sharing to your stories, using our FWPW Giphy Stickers, and tagging Retaaza and @foodwastepreventionweek. ⭐Talk to your organization about becoming a Partner or Sponsor of Food Waste Prevention Week 2025! #FWPW #FoodWastepPreventionWeek