Tag archives for food waste
“That’s my dinner, don’t throw it away!”
Those of us who have the privilege of preparing our own food or affording a grocery list every week or two often possess certain habits that may seem absurd...
Imperfect, We Say? (The Unfortunate Fate of Tons of Produce)
“While the world wastes about 2.5 billion tons of food every year, the United States discards more food than any other country in the world: nearly 60 million tons — 120...
How different societies manage waste
Waste management has always been a part of many societies since waste is not a problem we can overlook. Throughout history we have seen how improper waste management has...
Five Simple Ways to Reduce Waste on Campus: Your Guide to a Greener Semester!
As the Fall 2024 semester kicks off and students flock back to campus, it’s the perfect moment to pause and think about how we can all pitch in to...
Revolutionizing Food Sustainability
With our world population growing at an alarming rate and the demand for food becoming even more pressing, every day there is a bigger need for sustainable food options...
Sustainable and Low Waste Meal Prep
When I moved away from home and moved into the dorms at USF, having healthy and accessible meals was never a worry for me. Living in the dorms, students...
All About USF’s Food Recovery Network
From looking to meet new people to searching for experience to add to your resume, joining a club at USF offers many benefits. Not only do clubs establish a...
Composting 101
Compost: What is it? In essence, compost refers to the phase of a natural decomposition process of organic matter and dirt that creates a hyper-fertile soil called humus. The...
Plant-Based & Waste-Free: Refreshing Summer Recipes
The summer months are some of the nicest. Fruits and vegetables are in season, and dinner parties are prevalent. That being said, due to the excessive amount of produce...
Gleaning as a College Student
What is Gleaning? Although “gleaning” may be an unfamiliar term to some, many of us may be unknowingly practicing it in our everyday lives. Defined by the USDA as...