A new study by a team of National Institute of Health researchers has some fascinating findings. After analyzing USDA and FAO data, the team of researchers found that US per capita food waste has increased by 50 percent since 1974. More interesting, they found that we now waste 40 percent of our available food supply.
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In their coverage of the above study, the CBC has a basic poll you can take: Will you change your food habits based on these findings?
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Weekly compost collection by bike? Now that’s pretty green. Trinity Green, in fact (from my home town of Durham).
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The masterminds at Love Food, Hate Waste have created a new feature: myth-busting freezer tips from the Arctic Aunt.
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And on a personal note, thanks to our gracious Thanksgiving hosts Dan and Amy for not only creating a delicious feast, but sending us home with plenty of leftovers, ensuring that all will be eaten. In our house, I’ll be the one ensuring nothing goes to waste…
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