Questions and Answers
What is the process of reducing the volume of surplus food generated?
What should be done with extra food to help others?
Donate extra food to food banks, soup kitchens, and shelters.
Divert food scraps to ______.
animal food
What are waste oils used for in industrial contexts?
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What is the purpose of composting?
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Landfill should be the first option for food disposal.
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Study Notes
Food Hierarchy Chart
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Source Reduction: A proactive strategy aimed at minimizing the generation of surplus food. Focuses on preventing waste before it occurs.
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Feed Hungry People: Encourages the donation of surplus food to organizations like food banks, soup kitchens, and shelters, addressing food insecurity directly.
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Feed Animals: Involves redirecting food scraps and surplus to animal feed, reducing waste and supporting livestock.
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Industrial Uses: Utilizes waste oils for rendering and fuel conversion while employing food scraps in digestion processes to recover energy, promoting resource recovery.
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Composting: A method of recycling organic waste by creating nutrient-rich soil amendments, enhancing soil health and reducing landfill use.
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Landfill: Considered the least favorable option for food disposal, used only when other methods have been exhausted.
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Description
This quiz explores the essential components of the food hierarchy chart, which outlines strategies for reducing food waste. It covers methods from source reduction to the final option of landfilling, providing a comprehensive understanding of waste management practices. Test your knowledge on how to effectively address food surplus challenges!
