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ISS is on track to cut food waste in half by 2027

FoodService Director

The foodservice provider's waste-reduction strategy involves optimized food procurement, planned out menus and a focus on changing consumer behaviors.

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Bill calls for the USDA to buy more fresh produce from growers and distributors in U.S.

Food Safety News

The sponsors claim that USDA’s existing food procurement model makes it difficult for highly perishable fresh fruits and vegetables to be promptly procured and delivered to clients. Additionally, the food options are limited to five fresh produce varieties.

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New Bill Would Require USDA to Buy More Fresh Produce from U.S. Growers

Food Quality & Safety

The sponsors of the bill note that USDA’s current food procurement model makes it challenging for highly perishable fresh fruits and vegetables to be promptly procured and delivered to the community and, as of now, food options are limited to five fresh produce varieties.