California Bans ‘Sell By’ Dates to Simplify Labels and Cut Food Waste

Find out how California’s ban on “sell by” dates could reshape food labeling and help reduce food waste.

The Supreme Court Overturns the Chevron Deference: What’s Next for Our Food Systems?

Advocates worry that the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to limit expert agency power may inhibit food system change.

From Awareness to Action: What’s Next for the Fight to End Food Loss and Waste

Food waste experts say the world has reached a “reckoning point” on food loss and waste.

Op-Ed | Flour Power: The Strength and Sustainability of Sorghum

Chefs have the power to steer the conversation toward regenerative agriculture, a practice that gives back to the Earth and yields more nutritious, tastier ingredients.

From Farm to Table: Chefs Unite to Advocate for Healthy Soils and a Sustainable Future

By telling eaters the story behind their food, chefs can help others understand how their dietary choices impact the environment. 

Reducing the Misuse of Antibiotics

The food system is contributing to antibiotic resistance. But we can change that.

Climate Change Threatens American Workers’ Health, Report Says

A recent report details the devastating effects of climate change on the health and safety of American workers.

Upcycled Food Is Officially Defined, With a Goal of Paving the Way for Industry Food-Waste Reduction

Upcycled foods “use ingredients that otherwise would not have gone to human consumption, are procured and produced using verifiable supply chains, and have a positive impact on the environment,” according to the new definition.

New Bill to Reduce Food Waste Enters Congress

Congress introduced a new bill to create a unified food date label system across the United States to reduce consumer confusion and stop unnecessary food waste.

Pasta Can Be a Valuable Ally in the Fight Against Food Waste

In the global fight against food waste, pasta can be a valuable ally. A dynamic base for meals central to numerous culinary traditions, pasta’s utility lies in its versatility. Leftovers unable to fill a plate on their own can be incorporated into pasta dishes or served alongside many quick-to-prepare pastas, according to the Passion for Pasta Advisory Council.

NRDC: “An outrageous amount of food is wasted in our cities”

“With this important new research, cities like Denver, Nashville, and NYC can better rescue surplus, wholesome food; they have the data they need to set policy and feed more people in their cities. Everyone wins.”

Live Webinar October 31: “Tackling Urban Food Waste”

Join Zilient for a live webinar moderated by Danielle Nierenberg on October 31 at 11am EST. The webinar coincides with the release of and will revolve around a new report from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) on food waste.

New Study: Majority of American Food Waste Happens in the Home

The Natural Resource Defense Council have released the second edition of their food waste report, Wasted, highlighting the latest studies, success stories, and key recommendations across the food system in reducing food waste.

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