According to a report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, it is estimated that about 1.3 billion tonnes of food is lost or wasted each year globally. This includes produce lost in the field during harvest, after the sorting process, during transportation, and at the retail and consumer level. The amount of produce lost in the field during harvest or after sorting can vary depending on the type of crop and the region, but it is estimated to be around 10-20% of total production. Efforts are being made to reduce food loss and waste at all stages of the supply chain to ensure more efficient use of resources and reduce the environmental impact of food production.
