Colossal wastage that is food for thought
Colossal wastage that is food for thought The United Nations Environment Programme’s Food Waste Index Report (FWIR) 2024 highlights a pressing global issue: 1.05 billion tonnes of food wasted in 2022, with India ranking second only to China. This problem is not just about resource mismanagement; it has severe economic, environmental, and social implications. Key analysis Understanding Food Wastage and Loss Food Wastage: Includes edible and inedible parts discarded from manufacturing, retail, restaurants, and households. Food Loss: Happens at earlier stages due to poor storage, transportation, and handling. India’s Per Capita Household Food Waste: 55 kg per year (compared to…