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Confusing Food Labels Are Driving Food Waste, New Research Says It's Time for Industry to Act
- Each year, Australians discard approximately 7.6 million tonnes of food, largely due to unclear and inconsistent date labeling on product packaging.
- Confusing and unclear packaging along with ineffective labeling lead consumers to throw away food that is still safe to eat, resulting in household expenses of up to $2,500 annually.
- A study conducted by RMIT University in collaboration with End Food Waste Australia indicates that using more legible date labels featuring larger fonts and straightforward icons may greatly decrease food waste.
- Lukas Parker emphasized that consumers are disappointed because current labels fail to provide clear guidance required for them to make informed decisions.
- Collaboration across government, retailers, and food producers is crucial to developing a national system that may help save close to one million tonnes of food from being wasted by 2030.
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Confusing Food Labels Costing Average Australian Household $2,500 a Year: Study
Australians are discarding vast quantities of edible food due to vague and inconsistent packaging, costing households up to $2,500 a year, according to new research. A joint study by RMIT University and End Food Waste Australia has highlighted how unclear labelling—particularly around expiry dates and storage guidance—is driving unnecessary food waste. The findings come as food waste in the country reaches staggering levels, with an estimated 7.…
Check before you chuck: how bigger labels can end waste
A report has called for clearer food use-by and best before labels to avoid food waste. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS) By Farid Farid Australians could be saving thousands of dollars in a cost-of-living crisis by not throwing away perfectly good food which can be solved with a simple change – bigger fonts. A report by RMIT and End Food Waste Australia has found that clearer, more consistent date labels and storage advice with bigger print and simple ico…
Confusing food labels are driving food waste, new research says it's time for industry to act
New research from RMIT University and End Food Waste Australia reveals confusing food labels are driving Australians to throw away perfectly edible food, costing households money and contributing to the nation's food waste problem.
The labels modify the perception of the product as soon as it appears on the shelf, with a measurable influence on the volumes that have passed. The organic food market in France amounted to about €13 billion in 2023, or 5.6% of the food basket. The rise in direct sales and bio in specialized circuits confirms frequent points of contact with the labels. These field data show the tangible effect of the certifications on the purchasing behaviour. …
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