When we fail to eat the food that is produced, other resources are also wasted. These resources include water, energy, and labor that were used to grow, harvest, transport, and store the food. Additionally, land and soil are also wasted as they were used to cultivate the food that is ultimately not consumed. The packaging and other materials used for processing and storing the food also contribute to waste when the food is not eaten. Overall, failing to eat the food that is produced leads to a significant waste of resources and contributes to environmental degradation.
