We’ve all experienced the frustration of letting good food go uneaten. As readers seeking to be better stewards of our resources and neighbors, there are practical steps we can take.
Start by planning meals in advance so you only purchase what you’ll truly use. This prevents impulse buys and helps ensure full utilization of ingredients.
Storing items properly makes a difference too. Keeping produce, dairy, and more in the right spots extends their freshness before spoilage occurs.
Instead of trashing lonely veggie scraps or stale bread pieces, get innovative in the kitchen by repurposing them into soups, breadcrumbs, and other dishes.
For food that does go bad, composting is a wise choice. Many community gardens accept scraps to nourish the soil.
There’s also the rewarding opportunity to volunteer for direct food delivery to neighbors experiencing hunger through rescue programs.
Small changes, whether in our shopping, meal planning, kitchen creativity, or community involvement, can make a collective impact if adopted widely. By minimizing waste together, we strengthen our local areas and support one another.
