Knowledge is Power for Change
Join us in our mission to eliminate food waste and end hunger in our communities.
Discover effective strategies and guidelines on how to reduce waste while ensuring the safety and quality of your meals. Learn more about these essential steps at [Link to FDA’s “How to Cut Food Waste” resource].
Let’s work together to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities by minimizing food waste, one informed choice at a time.
Food Waste In America is Excessive
Astronomical
40%
OF ALL FOOD PRODUCED IN THE US IS WASTED
113 BILLION POUNDS
Food wasted per year, representing 20 lbs of food per person per month.
Expensive
$161 BILLION
Uneaten food at retailers, restaurants, and homes costs $161 billion annually.
$1,500
Per capita, this amounts to $1,500 for a family of four.
Environmentally Harmful
The Methane released by food in landfillsis a greenhouse gas 21 times more powerful than carbon dioxide.
Food makes up 20% of all landfill weight- the single largest municipal waste source.
Exhausting Our Natural Resources
Each Year Getting food to U.S. Tables Requires:
50%
of our land usage
80%
of our freshwater
Greatly Needed Manual Labor Resources
10%
of our available energy
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Be Informed About Expiration Dates
Americans throw away almost 40 million tons of food every year. Confusion over date labeling accounts for an estimated 20% of consumer food waste, according to FDA.
Many people incorrectly think phrases like “Best By” and “Best if Used By” refer to food safety. Manufacturers use phrases like these to refer to when the food is at peak freshness and flavor.
Source: CDC Understanding Food Labels
From Problem to Progress.
Empowering Change One Bite at a Time.
Learn more about addressing effective solutions to reduce
Hunger and Food Loss in America.
Since 2011, Feeding America has produced estimates of local food insecurity and food costs to improve our understanding
Learn about date labels on packaged foods and how to know if your food is still good to eat.
Tips and information about how you can reduce food waste, save money, and help protect the environment
About 48 million people in the U.S. (1 in 6) get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die each year from eating unsafe food
The Estimated Amount, Value, and Calories of Postharvest Food Losses at the Retail and Consumer Levels in the United States
Foods in the freezer — are they safe? Every year, thousands of callers to the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline aren't sure about the safety of items stored in their own home freezers
The staggering amount of wasted food in the United States has far-reaching impacts on food security
Here’s how to know if your food is still good to eat while also reducing waste in your home
FOOD Waste and Hunger
Resource Articles
Empowering Change One Bite at a Time.
Learn more about addressing effective solutions to reduce Hunger and Food Loss in America. With small changes we can collectively make a big impact on reducing waste and fostering a more sustainable future.
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Frozen Food Industry Resources
Empowering Change One Bite at a Time.
Learn more about how the frozen food industry adheres to stringent safety guidelines and relies on various resources to ensure the well-being of consumers. From production to distribution, these measures are in place to guarantee the quality and safety of frozen food products.
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Educate to Eradicate Food Waste
In the United States, food waste is estimated at between 30–40 percent of the food supply. This figure, based on estimates from the USDA corresponded to approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food.
Food is the single largest category of material placed in municipal landfills and represents wasted nourishment that could have helped feed families in need. Additionally, water, energy, and labor used to produce wasted food could have been employed for other purposes.
Reference: Food Loss and Waste | FDA
1 in 10 Children: Are Facing
Food Insecurity in America
Map the Meal Gap shows that food insecurity exists in every county and congressional district in the U.S., though the prevalence of food insecurity varies significantly across populations and places. The estimates from the study are at the individual level – reflecting the number of individuals (or children) who live in a food-insecure household.
Reference:
Addressing Food Waste
In the United States, food waste is estimated at between 30–40 percent of the food supply. This figure, based on estimates from USDA’s Economic Research Service of 31 percent food loss at the retail and consumer levels, corresponded to approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food in 2010. Food is the single largest category of material placed in municipal landfills and represents wasted nourishment that could have helped feed families in need. Additionally, water, energy, and labor used to produce wasted food could have been employed for other purposes.
Reference:
Food Product Dating and
Food Waste
Food waste by consumers may result from a misunderstanding of what the phrases on product date labels mean, along with uncertainty about storage of perishable foods. Confusion over date labeling accounts for an estimated 20 percent of consumer food waste.
Reference:
Map the Meal Gap
Feeding America Food Insecurity Interactive Map (Dark Gray Bold)
Credit: Feeding America
What Budget Bites
Customers are Saying
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Restaurant Owner
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Michelle Jackson
mother of 2
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Sarah Mitchel
Restaurant Owner
I run a busy restaurant, and managing costs without compromising on quality is always a challenge. Discovering Budget Bites has been a game-changer for me. Their range of frozen food items for wholesalers is not only affordable but also of excellent quality. I can rely on their products to consistently deliver delicious meals to my customers. My business has seen increased profitability since I switched to Budget Bites, and I can’t recommend them enough.
Michelle Jackson
mother of 2
I love Budget Bites – my kids love their chicken fingers and fries, and I can buy a whole week’s worth of meals for what I used to spend in just a couple of days. And I like that I can always find something new to try.
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