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Aquatic food loss and waste rate in the United States is half of earlier estimates

Food Science and Technology

Aquatic food loss and waste rate in the United States is half of earlier estimates

D. C. Love, F. Asche, et al.

Dive into the intriguing world of aquatic food loss and waste, a critical sustainability challenge uncovered by researchers David C. Love, Frank Asche, and their esteemed colleagues. Discover how this study sheds light on significant differences in food loss among species and highlights the necessity for global cooperation to tackle this pressing issue.

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Abstract
Food loss and waste (FLW) is a significant challenge to food system sustainability, including aquatic foods. This study investigated aquatic FLW in the US food supply using primary and secondary data and life cycle methodology. Significant differences in FLW were found among species, production technology, origin, and supply chain stage. Total aquatic FLW was estimated at 22.7%, considerably lower than previous estimates (43–55% lower). Production losses from imported food contribute over a quarter of total FLW, highlighting the need for multinational efforts to implement interventions. These findings inform the prioritization of solutions, including innovations, government incentives, policy changes, infrastructure improvements, and equity considerations.
Publisher
Nature Food
Published On
Dec 13, 2023
Authors
David C. Love, Frank Asche, Jillian Fry, Ly Nguyen, Jessica Gephart, Taryn M. Garlock, Lekelia D. Jenkins, James L. Anderson, Mark Brown, Silvio Viglia, Elizabeth M. Nussbaumer, Roni Neff
Tags
food loss
aquatic foods
sustainability
supply chain
policy changes
interventions
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