July 2018 PMID 29655924

Quantifying household waste of fresh fruit and vegetables in the EU.

Valeria De Laurentiis, Sara Corrado, Serenella Sala

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The group shows moderate agreement on the importance of quantifying food waste, as reflected in comments like 'this research highlights key areas for policy change,' and interest revolved around waste reduction strategies expressed in phrases like 'we must improve habits,' indicating a concern for practical improvements. While some posts engage deeply—discussing data differences across countries—the overall tone remains cautious about immediate real-world impacts.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many posters seem to agree with the importance of measuring household waste and acknowledge the significance of the findings, although some express skepticism about the practical implications.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show moderate interest, with comments noting the relevance of waste reduction and policy implications, but few delve into technical details.

EngagementModerate engagement

Postings include references to the data and potential strategies for reductions, indicating a thoughtful level of engagement, yet some posts are more superficial.

ImpactNeutral impact

There is a recognition that the study could influence policies or practices, but the overall expectation of immediate impact remains moderate.

Abstract in brief

The study estimates that EU households generate about 211 kg of fresh fruit and vegetable waste per person annually, with almost half being unavoidable (inedible parts) and the other half avoidable (waste that can be reduced through better practices).
Unavoidable waste is calculated based on the inedible parts of commonly consumed fruits and vegetables, while avoidable waste is estimated from national data and varies across countries due to cultural, economic, and consumption differences.
The findings highlight the potential for waste reduction strategies, informing policies aimed at both preventing excessive waste and managing current waste more effectively.]

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Reducing Household Food Waste in the EU for Sustainability.

Food waste includes any inedible parts and edible food discarded from the supply chain. EU households generate about 211 kg of fresh fruit and vegetable waste annually, with nearly half being avoidable. Improving…

Julene · Jan 5, 2021 219 views

Reducing Household Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Waste in the EU

This study estimates that EU households generate about 211 kg of fresh fruit and vegetable waste annually per person, with nearly half being unavoidable inedible parts and the rest avoidable. It highlights strategies…

Julene · Jan 6, 2021 146 views

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