How can we solve food insecurity while reducing food waste?(1 point)
Responses
purchase only as much food as you need
purchase only as much food as you need
donate unused food to food banks
donate unused food to food banks
inventory food supplies to avoid overbuying
inventory food supplies to avoid overbuying
don’t throw scraps in the landfill
don’t throw scraps in the landfill
use composting for food scraps
purchase only as much food as you need
purchase only as much food as you need
donate unused food to food banks
donate unused food to food banks
inventory food supplies to avoid overbuying
inventory food supplies to avoid overbuying
don’t throw scraps in the landfill
Some additional ways to solve food insecurity while reducing food waste include:
1. Support local farmers and businesses by purchasing locally grown or produced food.
2. Educate individuals and communities on proper food storage and preservation techniques.
3. Encourage meal planning and preparing meals in advance to avoid impulse purchases or food waste.
4. Promote food sharing initiatives within communities, such as community fridges or food swap events.
5. Advocate for policies that support food donation and redistribution efforts, such as tax incentives for businesses that donate food.
6. Invest in technology solutions, such as apps or platforms, that connect surplus food with those in need.
7. Encourage restaurants and grocery stores to implement practices to reduce food waste, such as offering smaller portions or discounts on surplus food nearing expiration.