In the previous segments of our series, we’ve explored the economic and environmental repercussions of food waste. Yet, the story doesn’t end there. Food waste deeply impacts delicate natural environments and vulnerable groups of people. Transitioning from global warming to the stark contrast in food waste patterns across nations, let’s focus on the societal dimensions…
Every year, billions of pounds of food go to waste, leaving a trail of economic, environmental, and societal consequences in its wake. But what many don’t realize is that this isn’t just about discarded leftovers or expired produce. The implications of food waste ripple through our global economy, strain our planet’s resources and exacerbate societal…
At Agri-Cycle, our goal is to reduce food waste for businesses and communities alike. This includes stopping food waste at the source (also known as food loss), implementing sustainable practices, and using our food waste recycling program. That last one is the focus of this blog, including what you can do to make the most…
If you run a business, your bottom line is never far from thought – not only how much you’re making but also how much you’re losing. If you work anywhere in the farm-to-table pipeline of food production, a part of that loss is food waste. Like with many forms of agricultural, commercial, and industrial waste,…
Sustainability for businesses is more than just good PR and social media posts – it’s a major task performed by governments, businesses, and organizations big and small, local and countrywide, to make the world a better place. While Agri-Cycle works tirelessly to keep commercial, industrial, and residential food waste out of landfills and treatment plants,…
Expertise, Transparency, and Education. The benefits of working with dedicated food scraps hauler like Agri-Cycle. When you type “Commercial Composter Near Me” into google the results will vary wildly. The first thing to consider is whether or not a company’s sole focus is food waste and food scraps diversion. Companies that are dedicated to food…
Partner Profile The Good Shepherd Food Bank has contributed tons upon tons of food to Maine’s undernourished populations over the years, and has more recently begun working with Agri-Cycle on diverting its spoiled or damaged food products from the waste stream. It has been a privilege working with Sam Michaud and his team on this…