Food waste is a global challenge that has environmental, economic and social impacts. It costs the Australian economy about $20 billion a year. Solving the problem of food waste requires a commitment from all Australians. We need to identify where improvements can be made so that we can change our behaviour, improve technology and make our food system more efficient to achieve the goal of halving our food waste by 2030. Food waste is food that is thrown away everyday. It is estimated that between 20 and 40 % of fruit and vegetables grown in Australia is rejected even before it reaches the supermarket because the produce does not look perfect. Once disposed of in landfill, food waste contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. It is estimated that 7.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent will be generated from food waste disposed of in 2014–15 over the life of its decay. Food waste also causes issues with odour, attracting vermin, and is a potential source for disease. How is the horticultural industry solving these problems?
Fight food waste at home by getting into good food saving habits when you look, buy, store and cook.
The workplace fridge can be a major source of wasted food
Get the whole school involved in fighting food waste
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