The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is observed annually on September 29. Established by the United Nations in 2019, this day aims to raise awareness about the critical need to reduce food loss and waste globally, promoting sustainable practices across the food supply chain.
The day highlights the environmental, social, and economic impacts of food waste. Reducing food loss and waste is essential for creating sustainable food systems, addressing hunger, and combating climate change. Food waste is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, and minimizing it plays a crucial role in improving food security and reducing the environmental footprint of food production.
This observance encourages governments, businesses, and individuals to take action to prevent and manage food loss and waste, helping to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 12: ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.
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