These food preservation projects seek to tackle the growing issue of food waste in urban communities. Many consumers and business establishments are guilty of throwing out enormous amounts of food each and every day. These food preservation projects seek to tackle the problem of food waste through innovative campaigns and cutting-edge technology.
For the average consumer, it can be difficult to use up every piece of food you purchase. To combat the issue of household food waste, many companies have developed products that help extend the life of the fresh food we buy. Some of the revolutionary products that help consumers reduce food waste include electricity-free vegetable storage, rejuvenating food covers and produce-extending gadgets.
While the issue of consumer food waste is a growing concern, a great deal of food waste also comes from businesses such as grocery stores and restaurants. One of the innovative ways that supermarkets have sought to combat food waste is by making their surplus products available to charities and other non-profit organization. In contrast, many restaurants have been cutting down on food waste by using leftovers for other purposes such as compost or new menu items.
53 Food Preservation Projects
From Ugly Produce Campaigns to Charitable Hunger Apps:
Katherine Pendrill — Jul 29, 2015 — Social Good
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Recipe-Based Grocery Stores
This Store Will Allow Shoppers to Buy Recipe Kits and Ingredients
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Digital Cooking Tables
The New Concept Table from IKEA Will Suggest Recipes Based on Leftovers
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Unpackaged Food Supermarkets
Original Unpacked is Lowering Food Waste by Unconventional Means
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Flat-Pack Food Containers
The Fold Project's Reusable Containers Offer an Alternative to Disposal
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Futuristic Modular Refrigerators
Future Connect by Yujie Peng Ensures Food Doesn't Go Bad
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Food Waste Fertilizing
The Urban Composter Brings the Breaking Down of Organic Matter Indoors
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Electricity-Free Vegetable Storage
This Device Allows You to Store Veggies at Room Temperature
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Non-Electric Food Storage
The Mitti Cool Clay Fridge Prevents Food Waste in Developing Countries
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Food-Recycling Machines
The EcoSafe Digester Converts Food Waste into Greywater
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Food Scrap Dining
The Salvage Supperclub Initiative Serves Food From Dumpsters in a 6 Course Meal
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Sustainable Supermarkets
Original Unverpackt Aims to Become Germany's First Waste-Free Supermarket
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Ugly Produce Packaging
Loblaws' No Name Products Are Branded as 'Naturally Imperfect'
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Reactive Food Labels
These Food Expiration-Indicating Packaging Degrades With Spoiled Items
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Reusable Take-Out Containers
The 'GO Box' is Designed to Replace Single-Use Restaurant Containers
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Solar Food Storage Containers
The Wakati Stores Fruit and Vegetables Without Refrigeration
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Leftover Food-Trading Apps
The 'LeftoverSwap' App is Designed to Help Locals Trade Leftover Food
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Produce-Extending Gadgets
The Green Heart Contains Potassium and is Designed to Reduce Food Waste
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Food Preservation Powders
These Food Powders Give New Life to Expired Fruits and Vegetables
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Ugly Produce Campaigns
Intermarche Defends Oddly Shaped Vegetables & Fruits to Reduce Food Waste
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Waste-Based Menus
Organic Waste Uses Now Include Food Served in Restaurants Like Brothl by Joost
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Energy-Converting Receptacles
The Revive Makes Food Waste Recycling Practical and Functional
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Anti-Food Waste Apps
The PareUp App Lets You Buy Excess Food From Retailers at a Low Cost
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Waste-Eliminating Catering
The Chive Sustainable Event Design Company Focuses on Green Eats
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Food Preservation Campaigns
#WhatTheFork Aims to Reduce Food Waste by Embracing 'Ugly' Produce
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Pay-As-You-Feel Cafes
The Real Junk Food Project in the United Kingdom Offers Services by Donation
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Generous Foodsharing Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's Food Waste Campaign Shares What You Don't Eat
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Charitable Hunger Apps
Feeding Forward Helps With Donating Food and Eliminating Food Waste
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Waste-Reducing Recipe Sites
Sainsbury's Food Rescue Powered by Google Helps Reduce Food Waste
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Waste-Transforming Startups
Eat Limmo Created a New Plant-Based Ingredient Used in Baking
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Waste-Powered Supermarkets
This Sainsbury's Supermaket Will Be Powered by its Own Food Waste
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Waste-Reducing Mobile Discounts
EcoBasket Hopes to Offer Perishable Food Coupons via Smartphones
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Food Donation Apps
The 'Foodcloud' App Will Distribute Unwanted Grocery Store Food to Charities
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Touchscreen Fridge Monitors
The Kitchen Hub Helps You Plan Meals and Monitor Expiration Dates
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Waste-Free Grocer Concepts
Lagom is Market Concept Based on Using "Just the Right Amount"
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Zero Waste Blogs
Lauren Singer Shares Secrets to Sustainable Living, Without Making Trash
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Food Spoilage Sensors
This Wireless Food Spoilage Sensor Sends Alerts to Your Smartphone
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Senior Citizen Restaurant Pop-Ups
Oma's Pop-Up Serves as a Social Reintegration for Grandparents
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Surplus Food Donation Apps
The 'Spoiler Alert' App Helps Streamline Supermarket Food Donations
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Food Waste Discounts
Diners Exchange Food Waste for Reduced Restaurant Rates
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Meal-Sharing Services
The Casserole Club Helps Share Portions of Homemade Food with Neighbors
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Empowering Food Projects
The Campus Kitchen Uses Gardens to Educate Kids on Food Waste and Hunger
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Produce-Sharing Communities
AmpleHarvest.org Lets Gardeners Give to Their Neighbors in Need
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Vacuum-Powered Food Containers
The VacuVita Air Seals Your Food To Keep It Fresh
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Food Conservation Apps
The FoodKeeper App Minimizes Waste with Cooking and Storage Tips
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Food Freshness Identifiers
Chao Zhang’s Tags Tell You When Your Food is Rotten
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Food Expiry Apps
'The Fridge' is an App That Warns When Your Groceries Will Spoil
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Non-Profit Grocery Shops
The Daily Table Sells Food Donated by Wholesalers
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Food-Preserving Apps
The Fridge App Helps You Keep an Eye on Your Fridge to Prevent Food Spoilage
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Altruistic Foodsharing Sites
The CropMobster Site Connects Individuals and Organizations for Good
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Waste-Reducing Public Refrigerators
This Public Fridge Lets Anyone Take or Leave Leftover Food
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Rejuvinating Food Covers
The MOLO Microwave Cover Uses Water Vapor to Bring Old Meals Back to Life
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Potluck Planning Platforms
The Feastly Peer-to-Peer Sharing Community Organizes Dinner Parties
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Eco Catering Projects
The INNOCAT Initiative Aims to Launch an Environmental Food Service
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Stress-Reducing Garbage Initiatives
The Hefty Brand Launches its 'Trash Time Out' Campaign
Intelligent Anti-Food Waste Systems
The 'FoodTusker' Reminds Users to Eat Leftovers
Pesticide-Removing Produce Cleaners
The Cadre Bio Fresher Was Designed by Jinni Zhang
Seafood Waste Bioplastics
Natnov Bioscience Has Turned Seafood Waste into New Bio-Economy Products
Scary Ketchup Expiry Campaigns
Heinz's ‘Expired Sauce Hunt’ Reminds Consumers to Clear the Fridge
Pristine Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's All Flavour, No Mess Spotlights a Tidy Snack
Edible Wrapper Snack Bars
One Good Thing Bars Have a No-Waste Formulation
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Last-Minute Meal Pop-Ups
HelloFresh's No-Need-To-Go-To-The-Store Store Saves Commuters Time
Gamified Condiment Experiences
HEINZ’s Ketchup Blast Turns Meals Interactive
Supermarket Tourism Campaigns
K-Supermarket's Tripadvisor Listings Share a Taste of Food Culture
Rotating Food Storage Systems
The Saveit Rotating Kitchen Cubes Reduce Food Waste
Food Transparency Apps
WISEcode Positions Its App as a Powerful Tool in the Food Industry
Water-Activated Book Designs
Water for People Raises Awareness with the Dehydrating Book
Meditative Trash Campaigns
Hefty's Trash Time Out Provides Support During the Holiday Season
Animal Welfare Campaigns
The Humane League Targets the Grocery Chain Food Lion
Upgraded AI-Powered Grocer Platforms
Retail Insight Significantly Enhances Its WasteInsight Tool
Crocheted Condiment Covers
Heinz's Grandma’s Darling Campaign Dresses Up Mayo Jars
Ultraviolet Food Storage Gadgets
EcoLoc Uses UVC Light To Extend Everyday Fridge Freshness
In-Office Food Recycling Systems
Mill for Workplace Helps Companies Manage Food Waste at Scale
AI-Powered Grocery Store Tools
Afresh Implements Its AI-Driven Inventory Management Platform
Decluttered Ad Campaigns
IKEA Unpackaged Goods Organizes Branded Products into Storage Containers
Refreshed Food Packaging Designs
North Coast Organic Marks a Major Update to Its Century-Old Brand
Sustainable Food Waste Cosmetics
Clean Food Group's New CleaOoil Products are Eco-Friendly
Healthful Grocer Wellness Campaigns
United Supermarkets 28-Day Challenge Campaign is Rewarding
Freshness-Focused Perishable Goods Tools
Simbe Recently Enhanced Its Data Analytics Platform
Reusable Packaging Grocery Stores
Nude Foods Market Packs Foods in Returnable Glass Jars
Reusable Packaging Supermarket Trials
Amcor and Ocado are Working Together for a Packaging Project
Compact Desk Food Warmers
The Reheatly Desk-Top Food Warmer Concept Changes Eating at Work
Sustainable Retailer Packaging Updates
This Co-op Sustainable Packaging Initiative is Expansive
Food-Based Body Bars
The Hygiene Bank & Goodwash Created The Edible Soap to Expose Hygiene Poverty
Workplace-Inspired Salad Campaigns
BrightFarms Launches the Salad Freaks in the Workplace Campaign
Cultivated Meat Commercialization Initiatives
Meatable & TruMeat Embrace Commercialization Efforts
Wine Upcycling Projects
Rewine by Buvons Nature Turns Its Leftovers into Food
Free-From Food Labeling Initiatives
The Non-UPF Verified Seal Helps Shoppers Find Natural Items
Functional Health-Focused Packaging Aesthetics
Cleveland Kitchen Upgrades Its Packaging & Identity
AI-Powered Gift-Wrapping Tools
The Food Group Has Introduced the Holiday GiftWraptor
Minimalist Kitchen Devices
Cadre Bio Fresher Turns Produce Cleaning into a Refined Daily Ritual
Food Insecurity-Targeting Community Initiatives
Coordinated Care Focuses on Food Advocacy
AI Food Waste Systems
Zest’s AI Platform Helps Nestlé Track and Redistribute Food in Real Time
AI-Backed Food Innovations
Hormel Foods Has Plans to Introduce Products Developed by AI
Kitchen Freshness Devices
The Febreze TRASH Odor Fighter Reduces Up to 99% of Trash Odors
Vacuum-Powered Food Processing Systems
The Fresiio Vacuum Food Processor Extends Food Freshness
Campus Food Insecurity Initiatives
Chartwells Higher Education Debuts 'United Through Food'
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Artisanal Wooden Kitchen Tools
WoodenHouse Presents an Alternative to Plastic Cooking Utensils
Anti-Water Waste Cleaning Campaigns
The Ecover 'Waste No Space' Campaign Encourages Conservation
AI-Powered Grocery Apps
Tre'dish's Transparent Pricing Offers Real-Time, Geo-Targeted Comparisons
High-Barrier Paper Packaging Platform
ProAmpac Launches a High-Barrier Paper Platform
Convenient Meal Campaigns
Ben's Original Debuts Its New Campaign — Keep It Original
Frozen Home Cooking Ingredients
These PACK'D Frozen Ingredients Make Home Cooking Easier
Humorous Condiment-Inspired Campaigns
Hellmann’s Introduces the #ENDCONDIMENTHOARDING Campaign
Unused Condiment Exchanges
Heinz Trade-Up Lets People Trade Unwanted Packets for a Ketchup Bottle
Modern Mobile Fridge Concepts
Junho Han Designs the Amity Relationship Mobile Fridge Concept
Clean-Ingredient Ready Meals
Proper Good's Globally Inspired Soups are Convenient & Healthy
Smart Food Management
AI Fridge Automates Grocery Tracking And Sends Expiry Notifications
Lab-Tested Natural Food Washes
EatCleaner Removes Up to 99.9% of Wax, Dirt, Chemicals & Pesticide
AI-Powered Food Waste Apps
Leanpath Empowers Culinary Professionals with Real-Time Insights
Waste Diversion Grocer Initiatives
Giant Food and Divert Partnered to Combat Food Waste
Protein-Forward School Products
Prepared Foods Focuses on USDA Protein-Focused Nutrition Updates
Charitable Food Security Campaigns
Riunite Joins Forces with Meals on Wheels America
Workplace Smart Fridges
Fraîche Makes Chef-Crafted Meals Accessible to Employees in the Office
Food-Inspired Street Art
Knorr's Dish Pics Campaign Replaces Unwanted, Unsavory Images
Freezer Clean-Out Campaigns
Yasso's Handle Your Freezer Clears Space for Frozen Snacks
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Culinary Tradition Food Campaigns
The Merchant Gourmet 'Yes Chef!' Campaign is Running Now
Ai-Powered Freshness-Monitoring Grocery Platforms
Afresh Expands Its Service Coverage
Collaboration Prepackaged Plant-Based Foods
Gosh! and Urban Eat Partnered for Plant-Based fare
Simplified Snacking Campaigns
Go Raw's Uncomplicate Snacking Fights Nutrition Information Overload
Moving Company-Supported Food Initiatives
Go Mini’s & Move for Hunger Form a Strategic Partnership
Certified Non-UPF Labels
The Non-UPF Verified Label Helps Consumers Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods
Upcycled Fruit Chews
Climate Candy Turns Unharvested Imperfect Produce into Sweet Treats
Naturally Powered Skincare
The New Lush Skincare Range Features 16 Different Fruits & Vegetables
Food Insecurity-Fighting Partnerships
Cox Farms Strives to Support Feeding America's Mission
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Meal Planning Tools
WhatsCook: Meal Planner & AI Recipes Reduces Food Waste with Tech
Nourishment-Focused Granting Programs
The Conagra Brands Foundation Runs 'Nourish Our Community'
Shelf-Stable Tinned Vegetables
Row 7 Seed Co. Offers Beets with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and More
Avocado Oil-Based Product Campaigns
Chosen Foods Debuts the Chosen to Save Food Campaign
Nourishing Community Food Trucks
The Barilla Connection Kitchen Truck Shares Meals & Awareness
Complimentary Fruit Grocer Campaigns
Tesco Less to Pay for 5-a-Day Will Offer Free Apples
AI-Powered Cooking Oil Apps
Sunny and Appetite Creative Partnered on Connected Packaging
Leftover Bread-Based Beers
Aldi is Launching Food Waste Beers Under the Hop Foundry Brand
Future-Facing Food Menus
Fura's Future Food Menu Explores the Impacts of Climate Change
Social Connection-Focused Initiatives
Meals on Wheels America Combats Loneliness Among Seniors
Fitness-Focused Food Drives
In March, Technogym Hosted the Let's Move & Donate Food Campaign
Grocery Surplus Discount Programs
Kroger Launches the Cost-Effective Flashfood App Pilot
AI Pantry Management
Pantry AId Uses AI to Track Inventory, Reduce Waste, and Suggest Recipes
Resolution-Focused Salad Promos
BrightFarms & Instacart Offered Free Salad Kits for Quitter's Day
Expansive Meat-Free Food Campaigns
The Meat Free Made Easy! Campaign Features Over 40 Brands
Plant-Powered Superfood Meals
GRUBBY's Plant Points Menu Helps People Eat 30 Unique Plants Weekly
Social Good Pastry Campaigns
Action Against Hunger and Wall’s Pastry Partnered for a Good Cause
Ultra-Processed Food Challenges
WISEcode Announces the Launch of the $200k UPF Code Hack
Co-Funded Canned Tomatoes Campaigns
The EU Funds the RED GOLD FROM EUROPE Campaign
Health-Forward Charity Initiatives
innocent Drinks and Co-Op Team Up to Support Fruit & Veg Access
UV Tech Storage Lids
The SmartLid Uses UV light to Keep Stored Food Fresh Longer
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Local Food Support Programs
Chef Merito Has Initiated a Charitable Program During the Holidays
Medically Tailored Meal Programs
WellCare of Kentucky Expands Food is Medicine Program
Mobile Produce Markets
GROW-on-the-GO Nourishes Communities in Food Deserts
Compact On-The-Go Freezable Bags
PackIt Launches the Freezable Market Tote and a Lunch Container
Fresh Pet Food Appliances
The Tuanty Pet Fresh Food Maker Prepares Meals in 20 Minutes
Fermentation Countertop Vessels
KEEP Reimagines Preservation as a Stylish Countertop Ritual
Sustainability-Focused Cultivated Meat Partnerships
Meatable Announces Its Plans to Collaborate
Customizable Packaging Solutions
Wax Paper Global Has Introduced an Innovative Packaging Solution
Charitable Influencer-Targeting Campaigns
Puresport Runs the 'Thrift It Back' Campaign
Charitable Food Initiatives
Wild Turkey x Andrew Babish Launch a Charitable Friendsgiving Campaign
Appetizer-Themed Holiday Campaigns
Summer Fresh® Debuted 12 Days of Appetizer Recipes
Nourishing Community-Focused Initiatives
Fresh Thyme Market Expands Efforts During the Holidays
Cohesive Waste Management Systems
Caraway Home Debuts the Trash & Recycling Collection
Perishable Food Management Platforms
Afresh Technologies Debuts Fresh Store Suite
Vacuum Storage Systems
DRO!D Food Vacuum System by B!POD Removes Oxygen to Extend Food Freshness
Health-Focused Meal Planners
Kitchen Savvy App Helps Plan Meals And Track Nutrition
Plant-Based Preservative Databases
The Green Chemist Has Free Tool for Eco-Conscious Formulators
Pre-Portioned Food-Centric Holiday Campaigns
Dorot Gardens Launches 'Make a Note to Grab Dorot'
Safe Nutrient-Packed Sprouts
Wild About Sprouts Enhances Food Safety with Cold-Grown Tech
Athlete-Backed Educational Food Programs
Electrolux Group Tapped Brandon Miller for Food Heroes
Bio-Based Packaging Concepts
UPM Specialty Materials and Paramelt Debut Paper-Based Packagings
Charitable Home Improvement Initiatives
VEVOR Has Donated 10 Hybrid Heat Press Machines
Parcel Delivery Vehicle Donations
Purolator Donates Eight Retired Delivery Trucks to Food Banks
Music Venue-Led Food Drives
The 9:30 Club Addresses Hunger and Food Waste
Collaborative Food Assistance Programs
Mather and Top Box Foods Assist Seniors in the Chicago Area
University-Led Food Research Projects
Breda University Launches a Multi-Year Study
Cooking Companion Apps
Cook Well Equips Home Cooks with a Value-Packed Personalized System
AI-Powered Produce Recognition
Vynamic Smart Vision Identifies Fruits and Veggies at Self-Checkout
Herb Trade-In Programs
Dorot Gardens' Wilt Insurance Lets People Exchange Herbs for Coupons
Comfort-Focused Beef Campaigns
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Promotes Beef Consumption
Reflection-Encouraging Edible Oil Campaigns
Simply Fresh Marks the New Year with a New Campaign
Health-Focused Educational Programs
Natural Grocers Debuts Three Essential Health-Focused Hacks
Modern Food Preservation Units
Matéo Robin Designs the Totem Food Preservation Unit
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Fresh Produce-Focused Campaigns
I Love Fruit & Veg from Europe Emphasizes Fresh European Produce
Canned Pasta Water Pranks
Eat Wasted Teased a Canned Pasta Water as a Way to Reduce Water Waste
Food Management Tools
Food Wise Pal Helps Track Inventory And Reduce Food Waste
Educational Food Development Modules
ATU Students Participate in a New Food Development Project
Long-Term Food Insecurity Efforts
Jack and Jill of America Debut a 100,000-Hour Service Challenge
Convenience-Focused Salad Jars
Gardencup Has Debuted the Garden Harvest Salad for a Limited Time
Autumnal Grocer Fundraising Campaigns
Pumpkins for a Purpose Benefits Children's Hospitals
Shared Cooking Platforms
Wheat Helps Friends Combine Ingredients At Home For Smarter Cooking
Fermented Vegetable Meat Alternatives
GRUBBY and Symplicity Collaborated on Limited-Edition Dishes