International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
September 29 every year
The story
Every harvest and grocery run ends with a choice: will good food be eaten, shared, preserved—or lost along the way? Food loss often happens early, on farms and in transport and storage; food waste more often appears later, in shops, restaurants, and home kitchens. Together they strain land, water, labor, and household budgets, even as many people struggle to afford enough to eat.
Cultures have always had wisdom against waste—pickling, drying, using bones for stock, transforming leftovers into new meals. Modern life makes that harder with bulk packaging, strict cosmetic standards, and busy schedules, yet small habits help: planning meals, storing produce well, loving imperfect fruit, composting scraps, and cooking creatively with what remains. Businesses and communities can donate surplus and improve cold chains so less spoils before it reaches a plate.
The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on September 29 turns attention into action. Cook a “root-to-stem” or leftover feast, share excess with neighbors, learn better storage tricks, or support gleaning and food-rescue efforts. Celebrating less waste is really celebrating more respect—for farmers, for the planet, and for the meals that sustain us.
About International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
- When is International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste?
- International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is September 29 every year. In 2026, International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste falls on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
- When is International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste in 2026?
- In 2026, International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is Tuesday, September 29, 2026 (September 29 every year).
- Which country is International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste from?
- International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is on the International Food Holidays calendar.
- Is today International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste?
- No. Today is not International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste. It returns on September 29 every year. In 2026, that is Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
- What food is International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste for?
- International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is a food holiday for Food Waste Awareness.
- How do you celebrate International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste?
- There isn’t a single official way to celebrate. Read the story on this page, then cook or order food waste awareness. The iOS app’s Where to Eat can help you find food waste awareness nearby — this website does not list restaurants.