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Read all about it! Stay updated with the latest news about conserving food and reducing food waste.

Waste World – Episode 51: ReFED’s Sara Burnett on the future of food waste

January 27, 2026

Why shelf life is critical to the sustainability of plant-based foods

January 23, 2026

Reducing food insecurity without increasing food waste

January 21, 2026

Peace lilies and orchids will bloom bigger flowers if fed 1 natural item you throw away

January 19, 2026

I’m a trained chef and a CR Editor, and this small appliance helps me eat healthier and save money

January 16, 2026

10 genius gadgets to get the most out of refrigerator and freezer food storage this year — Starting at $9

January 15, 2026

Study finds food waste compost less effective than potting mix alone

January 12, 2026

Won’t buy discolored meat? You might be adding to significant global waste.

January 7, 2026

Reinventing the expiration date

January 4, 2026
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This work is supported by the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative, project award no. 2024-68015-42110, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. Government determination or policy.