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Sustainable Food: Key to Responsible Consumption

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Sustainable Food: Key to Responsible Consumption

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A sustainable food system is essential for responsible consumption. The choices we make about food every day affect the environment, economy, and society. Reducing food waste, supporting local producers, and using resources efficiently are important steps to consume more responsibly.

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A large amount of food is wasted that could be used instead. Reducing food waste is important for responsible consumption. Simple actions like buying only what is needed, using leftovers, and avoiding over-purchasing can help address this problem.

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These foods are fresher, better for the environment, and support the local economy. Eating more locally grown food benefits both the planet and the community.

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Choosing products that support fair working conditions and respect animals, or selecting fair trade items, helps to prevent exploitation and environmental harm. Small, responsible choices in food consumption can make a big difference.

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La FAO apoya a los gobiernos y socios para diseñar las políticas y programas adecuados para poner fin al hambre, promover la seguridad alimentaria y la agricultura sostenible para millones de personas en todo el mundo.

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Un mundo libre de hambre y desnutrición donde la alimentación y la agricultura contribuyen a mejorar el nivel de vida de todos.

La FAO trabaja con gobiernos y asociados para empoderar a los pueblos más marginados del mundo para poner fin a la pobreza rural.

La FAO ayuda a garantizar la seguridad alimentaria, desarrollando formas de producción de alimentos que funcionarán en el futuro para evitar que millones de personas padezcan hambre.

La buena salud comienza con la nutrición. La FAO establece estándares mundiales y trabaja con los gobiernos y el sector privado para garantizar la calidad e inocuidad de los alimentos en toda la cadena alimentaria.

La FAO invierte en sistemas educativos para las comunidades rurales y apoya un mayor acceso a la educación primaria y a las comidas escolares, con el fin de crear igualdad de oportunidades y posibilidades de aprendizaje a lo largo de toda la vida.

La FAO apoya la igualdad de género en el sector agrícola en un esfuerzo por elevar los niveles de nutrición en las comunidades locales y mejorar la productividad agrícola.

La FAO trabaja con los gobiernos para asegurar que el uso del agua en la agricultura sea más eficiente, equitativo y respetuoso con el medio ambiente.

La FAO promueve el uso de las energías renovables y trabaja para garantizar el acceso a los servicios energéticos modernos a lo largo de la cadena alimentaria.

La FAO promueve mejores oportunidades económicas para todos, a través de la inversión en prácticas agrícolas sostenibles y sistemas alimentarios que reducen las desigualdades y generan empleos decentes.

La FAO tiene el objetivo de asegurar un futuro para las comunidades rurales mediante inversiones en transporte, riego, instalaciones de almacenamiento de alimentos y tecnologías de la comunicación.

La FAO trabaja con países y asociados para generar empleo en las zonas rurales, garantizar el acceso a los recursos naturales para los más vulnerables y conectar a los agricultores con los mercados.

Con el fin de ayudar a contener los efectos negativos de la dispersión urbana, la FAO trabaja para mejorar la sanidad, la calidad del agua y optimizar los sistemas alimentarios de las ciudades.

La FAO coordina iniciativas y proyectos mundiales para combatir el desperdicio y la pérdida de alimentos, en asociación con organizaciones internacionales, el sector privado y la sociedad civil.

La FAO apoya a los países para hacer frente a las amenazas del cambio climático, proporcionando asesoramiento, datos y herramientas que mejoran la toma de decisiones relacionadas con las políticas y prácticas agrícolas.

La FAO, en colaboración con los gobiernos y las comunidades, implementa mejores prácticas pesqueras para garantizar la protección de nuestros océanos como medios de subsistencia.

La FAO promueve enfoques sostenibles en el manejo de los recursos naturales y apoya los esfuerzos que promueven un equilibrio entre la conservación y las iniciativas de desarrollo.

La FAO desempeña un papel fundamental en la consolidación de la paz, el restablecimiento de los medios de subsistencia rurales, la resiliencia, la gobernanza y los enfoques participativos en la formulación de políticas..

Para alcanzar un mundo libre de hambre, la FAO actúa como un foro neutral para la formulación de políticas e impulsa alianzas con las partes interesadas en la alimentación y la agricultura.

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Inicio | Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agricultura

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La FAO es la agencia de las Naciones Unidas que lidera el esfuerzo internacional para poner fin al hambre.

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Buying local and seasonal foods reduces food miles, supports local farmers, and ensures fresher, tastier produce! 🚜🥕 Instead of imported strawberries in winter, why not enjoy seasonal apples or root veggies? What’s your favorite local, in-season food right now? 🍏✨

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Did you know that one-third of all food produced globally is wasted? 🌍💔 Reducing food waste at home and in businesses can cut carbon emissions, save money, and feed more people. Simple actions like meal planning, or composting can make a difference! What steps do you take to reduce food waste? 🍽️♻️

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Animal agriculture contributes to deforestation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. 🌱🐄 Reducing meat consumption, even just one plant-based meal a week, can help lower your environmental impact! Have you tried any delicious plant-based alternatives lately? 🌍🥦

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The Power of Ethical Food Certifications

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The Power of Ethical Food Certifications

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Fairtrade, organic, and sustainably sourced foods help protect farmers, biodiversity, and ecosystems. 🌿🌍 Next time you shop, look for Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, or organic certifications to support a better food system. Do you check food labels before buying? ✅🛒

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Sustainable food is the key to a healthy environment and a fair society.Small changes in our eating habits can make a big difference!

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Sustainable Food: Key to Responsible Consumption 

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Sustainable Food: Key to Responsible Consumption 

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A sustainable food system is essential for responsible consumption. It ensures food security, reduces environmental impact and promotes ethical practices.

Key elements include:

Choosing plant-based or eco-friendly options

Supporting fair trade and ethical sourcing

Reducing food waste

Consuming locally grown and seasonal foods

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Waste less, save more! By reducing food waste, we protect the environment and conserve resources. How do you contribute to reducing food waste?

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Did you know that about one-third of all food produced globally is wasted? Reducing food waste is a simple yet powerful way to contribute to sustainability. Here are some easy ways to help:

Plan meals and buy only what you need

Repurpose leftovers into new meals

Store food properly to extend freshness

Compost food scraps instead of sending them to landfills.

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Local& seasonal foods:fresher, more nutritious, and better for the planet! Support local farmers and enjoy natural, high-quality products.

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Eating local and seasonal foods benefits both you and the planet:

-Fresher and more nutritious

-Reduces carbon footprint from transportation

-Supports local farmers and the economy

-Helps maintain biodiversity and soil health.

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Our food choices have power!Choosing fair trade, eco-friendly packaging, and responsible sourcing helps build a sustainable future for all.

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Making ethical food choices means considering:

-Fair Trade Products: Support farmers with fair wages

-Eco-friendly Packaging:Choose less plastic and more sustainable materials

-Sustainable Fishing:Opt for MSC-certified seafood

LET'S BUILD A MORE ETHICAL FOOD SYSTEM TOGETHER!

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A balanced meal portion with vegetables, protein and whole grains, minimal food waste and options for composting and storing leftovers. Small changes in our eating habits contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle!

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Ethically produced meat highlights the quality and the importance of responsible choice. In the picture a farm with free-range chickens showcases good agricultural practices.

Kapetaneas Victor

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Three reasons of how responsible consuption and production helps the sustainability 

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Three reasons of how responsible consuption and production helps the sustainability 

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1. Reduces Waste and Pollution (Responsible consumption minimizes food waste, plastic use, and unnecessary packaging, reducing land and ocean pollution)

2. Preserves Natural Resources (Sustainable production methods use fewer raw materials, conserve water, and prevent deforestation, helping maintain biodiversity and ecosystems)

3. Lowers Carbon Footprint (Ethical production and mindful consumption reduce greenhouse gas emissions by supporting local, eco-friendly businesses)

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Some effective ways to minimize food waste:

1. Plan and Buy Smart

a) Create a shopping list and buy only what you need

b) Check expiration dates and choose products with longer shelf life when needed

c) Plan meals for the week to avoid impulse purchases

2. Compost Food Scraps

a) Convert food waste into compost to enrich soil

b) Use composting bins for fruit peels, coffee grounds, and eggshells

3. Educate and Raise Awareness

a)Teach family and friends about food waste reduction

b) Support initiatives and policies that promote sustainability in the food industry

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Most restaurants throw away left over food at the end of the day, contributing over 70 million tons of wasted food per year.

This issue has economic, environmental and social costs

Most common food category that gets wasted is fruits and vegetables

Ways to reduce the waste:

1. Ortimize purchasing through good planning

2. Adapt menu to offer different portion sizes

3. Offer food in good condition to people that cannot afford it

4. Compost leftovers or peels

5. Feed stray animals

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Don't throw it away. Make your own compost.

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Don't throw it away. Make your own compost.

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Instead of throwing leftovers in the trash, there is an easy way to make compost and help minimize the food waste. Every small action matters towards a sustainable attitude in food consumption.

Step 1: Get a wooden bin or crate so there is good ventilation

Step 2: Fill with green compost (includes fruit & vegetable peels, citrus rinds, coffee grounds, tea bags, eggshells)

Step 3: Provide the bin with air, water and sun and you have your own compost

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In addition to steps you can do to minimize food waste, it is also important to keep in mind that food packaging also pollutes the environment.

Choose glass containers when possible, and look for the recycling sign on the packages, which makes sure the materials used are reusable and biodegradable.

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Tips for having a sustainable and healthy diet, that helps both you and the environment. There is no planet B!

Eat more fruit and vegetables and compost the peels

Choose sustainably sourced meat, dairy and seafood

Support local farmers

Avoid unnecessary packaging

Drink tap water (or use filter instead of table water)

Adnatages:

Well-being, improvement of health

Embrace cultural hetitage and diet diversity

Helps reduce greenhouse gases emissions

Giannakourou Maria-Dimitra

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🚢 Underwater noise – a silent but serious problem in maritime transport! 🌊🔊

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🚢 Underwater noise – a silent but serious problem in maritime transport! 🌊🔊

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Did you know that transporting soy from South America or palm oil from Asia to Europe generates underwater noise that harms marine ecosystems? Container ships and tankers carrying raw materials for agriculture and the food industry emit sounds that disrupt the communication and navigation of harbor porpoises – the only whales in the Baltic Sea. 📉🐬 This can lead to disorientation, stress, and even death.

It’s time to pay attention to this invisible problem! 🌍⚠

Jolanta Baran, Poland

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🌱 Regenerative agriculture – farming that heals the land! 🚜💚

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🌱 Regenerative agriculture – farming that heals the land! 🚜💚

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Instead of depleting resources, it restores soil health, improves water retention, and boosts biodiversity. 🌾 No-till farming and cover crops protect against erosion, while agroforestry and crop rotation enhance natural pest control. 🌿 Plus, carbon sequestration in soil helps fight climate change! 🌍 It’s a win-win for farmers, nature, and future generations. ♻

Jolanta Baran, Poland

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🌱 Regenerative agriculture – farming that heals the land! 🚜💚

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🌱 Biodiversity is essential for food production! 🐝🌍

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🌱 Biodiversity is essential for food production! 🐝🌍

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Its loss threatens pollination, soil fertility, and ecosystem balance. 🌾 70% of crops depend on pollinators, but their decline reduces yields. 🚜 Monocultures deplete soil, increasing reliance on chemicals. 🌿 The disappearance of wild plants and microorganisms weakens farming resilience. Sustainable agriculture protects biodiversity and ensures food security – without it, our future is at risk! ♻

Jolanta Baran, Poland

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🌱 ESG is transforming the agri-food sector! 🌍📢

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🌱 ESG is transforming the agri-food sector! 🌍📢

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Companies will now publish ESG reports focusing on sustainability. 🌾 Protecting soil, water, and biodiversity is a priority. ♻ Reducing emissions and food waste will drive change. 👩‍🌾 Fair working conditions will support farmers and communities. Transparent and responsible agriculture is the future – let’s demand action! 📊

Jolanta Baran, Poland

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Global Food Security: A Challenge of Inequality and Sustainability

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Global Food Security: A Challenge of Inequality and Sustainability

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Access to safe and nutritious food is not evenly distributed worldwide. While Europe benefits from strict regulations such as the White Paper on Food Safety, ensuring high standards of control and traceability, many regions still struggle with food insecurity.

In developing and less developed countries, millions face malnutrition and limited access to essential resources, contrasting sharply with food waste in developed nations. Achieving sustainable and responsible consumption requires stronger policies that promote equity in food production and distribution on a global scale.