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• Best Before = Quality. It is still safe to consume past this date; look, smell, and taste before throwing it away.
• Use-By/Expiry = Safety. Do not consume past this date due to food safety risks.
• Proper storage is key to making your food go further. There are also instructions about how long a product can last once it has been opened - i.e. consume within three days of opening. These are mostly found on products with a safety seal. (We’ll be making content on this soon)#cgcsa #wastelesssavemore #lovefoodhatewasteza #flwi #wrap
Turns out, wasting less food has some pretty great perks.
When your food goes further, you get more out of every shop; more meals, more value, and more money stays in your pocket.
✔️Leftovers become tomorrow’s lunch.
✔️Smart planning means fewer last-minute meal stresses.
✔️And using what you buy means less food going to waste.
It’s a win for your wallet, your kitchen, and the planet.
Keep the good habits going, your future self (and your fridge) will thank you. 😉
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Food Waste Action Week may be over, but the habits don’t have to stop.
Over the past week, we shared simple ways to reduce food waste: planning meals, using leftovers, and composting what can’t be eaten.
Did you try any of them? Comment below!
Small actions like these can quickly become everyday habits, helping you save money, reduce waste, and make your food go further.
Keep the momentum going.
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Building better food habits doesn’t have to be complicated.
Simple changes, like keeping leftovers visible, planning meals that stretch into the next day, or freezing food before it spoils, can make a big difference.
When we make the most of our leftovers, we waste less food, save money, and get more value from what we buy.
Start with one small habit this week and see how far your food can go.
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When food goes further, everything does.
Preventing food waste and using leftovers doesn’t just save food; it can also make life easier. You save money, reduce the stress of cooking daily meals, and make better use of what’s already in your kitchen.
At the same time, reducing food waste helps reduce the environmental impact of food thrown away.
One simple habit at a time, we can waste less and get more value from the food we buy.
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Reducing food waste isn’t about being perfect; it’s about building simple habits.
When you plan meals, check what you already have, and use your leftovers, it creates a powerful habit loop.
The reward?
✔ Less food wasted
✔ More money saved
✔ Smarter food management at home
Small actions repeated over time can make a big difference.
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Step 3 of Food Waste Action Week: Compost what you can’t eat.
Not all food can be rescued, but it doesn’t belong in a landfill.
When food waste decomposes in a landfill, it releases methane, a powerful heat-trapping gas that contributes to climate change. Waste also takes up space in landfill sites that are already under pressure as they fill up.
Simple actions can help:
🥕 Compost fruit and veg scraps
♻️ Separate organic waste where possible
🌍 Keep food out of the rubbish bin
Prevent waste. Use leftovers. Compost the rest.
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Step 2: The easiest way to prevent waste? Use what you already have.
Leftovers aren’t the end of a meal, they’re the start of the next one. Stretch ingredients into second (or even third) meals and make your groceries go further.
🍗 Roast becomes wraps
🍚 Rice becomes fried rice
🥕 Veg becomes soup or a pasta sauce
Our updated Leftover Inspiration Guide is packed with simple ideas to help you turn one meal into two.
👉 Download the guide and start using what’s already in your fridge. Link in bio!
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South Africa is facing a food waste crisis, one that mirrors global trends but exacerbates challenges that we face locally.
The South African Food Loss and Waste Initiative (SA FLWI) exists to drive practical, measurable action against food waste at every stage of the supply chain. The goal of the SA FLWI is to spotlight the true cost of food waste on people, communities, and the economy.
Empowering South Africans to take action. By understanding the journey of food from farm to fork, you’ll see why reducing food waste isn’t just good for your pocket and a time saver, but also plays a vital role in a more sustainable food system.
Wasting food in South Africa doesn’t just cost money; it also affects lives, livelihoods, and our environment, with often hidden costs that we don’t see as individuals. Reducing food waste helps you get more bang for your buck, stretching groceries across meals and feeding more people in your household for less, while giving you time to do other things. It’s a vital step towards a more just and food-secure society. When we reduce food waste, we:
The South African Food Loss and Waste Initiative (SA FLWI) exists to drive practical, measurable action against food waste at every stage of the supply chain. The goal of the SA FLWI is to spotlight the true cost of food waste on people, communities, and the economy. Supported by our strategic partner WRAP, with funding from the Ballmer Group.
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