Food Waste

Waste Not, Want Not: Filmmakers Live on Wasted Food in Challenging New Documentary

In the new documentary “Just Eat It,” premiering April 22 on MSNBC, two filmmakers take on food waste by living exclusively on rescued food for six months.

Food Shouldn’t be WastED: An Interview with Baldor Foods

Food Tank recently had the opportunity to talk to the President of Baldor Foods about how the company is addressing the issue of food waste.

The Business Case for Ugly Produce

As the business case for ugly produce builds, will U.S. grocers grab this low-hanging fruit or leave it to rot?

Reclaimed Gourmet: 5 Takeaways from NYC’s WastED

Five takeaways on the phenomenon that was WastED (#WastEDny) from food waste expert Jonathan Bloom.

I Value Food: Preventing Food Waste Begins in the Fridge

Explore the shocking facts about food waste in the U.S. with the new interactive online campaign “I Value Food,” launched by Sustainable America last month.

Where is Water Hiding in Your Food?

Here are eight facts about water eaters and consumers might not know about.

French Senate Abolishes Best Before (DLUO) Label

The controversial best-before (DLUO) label for non-perishable food products has been abolished in France by the French Senate.

NYT Talks Trash—And That’s a Great Thing

The New York Times is talking trash—food trash. This week’s Food section features three compelling, informative pieces on food waste.

101 Facts That Make Us Hopeful About the Future of Food

Food Tank is highlighting 101 stories of hope, innovation, and success, in creating a better food system.

More Food for the Hungry, Less Food in Landfills

How a food bank in Panama broke through government hurdles to gain access to more food for the hungry.

Eat Ugly Fruit: An Interview with John Zamora of Hungry Harvest

John Zamora of Hungry Harvest tells Food Tank how they are working to connect people to surplus produce and reduce waste.

Waste Not Want Not in the Food System

Panelists at the Food Tank Summit discussed the issue of food loss and waste, as well as innovative solutions to curb food waste.

Pushing for International Agreements: The Milan Protocol

Speakers on the “Pushing for International Agreements: The Milan Protocol” panel tackled the world of international trade and agreements related to agriculture.

Five Questions with Jonathan Bloom, Author of American Wasteland

Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Jonathan Bloom, author of American Wasteland, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit

Five Questions with Grocery Manufacturers Association’s Meghan Stasz

Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Meghan Stasz of the GMA, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit in partnership with

Five Questions with DC Central Kitchen’s Mike Curtin

Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Mike Curtin, CEO of DC Central Kitchen, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit.

Five Questions with Ben Simon of the Food Recovery Network

Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Ben Simon of the Food Recovery Network, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit.

EPA Launches Food Waste Reduction Toolkit

Food service facilities on the west coast and in the Pacific islands can now benefit from free logistical support from the EPA, aimed at reducing food waste.

Tune In to the Food Tank Summit Livestream: January 21-22 9AM-5PM EST

Watch the Food Tank via Livestream and join the conversation using hashtag: #FoodTank. Email questions to [email protected].

Nine Ways to a Food Waste-Free Thanksgiving!

Food Tank highlights ways for eaters and consumers to cut down on food waste while enjoying holiday favorites this Thanksgiving.