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The Impact of Food Waste and Strategies to Reduce It

Food waste is a significant global issue with far-reaching economic, environmental, and social consequences. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of all food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted each year. This represents a considerable loss of resources and contributes to various sustainability challenges, including hunger, greenhouse gas emissions,  More»