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food waste

food waste

the discarding of edible food, often due to overproduction, spoilage, or consumer behavior
food loss
wasted food
uneaten food
Food waste is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions.
Reduce, reuse, and recycle are strategies to combat food waste at all levels of the supply chain.
Technologies and policies can help reduce food waste, such as improved packaging and expiration labeling.