By Dr Arvind Kumar
Wastage of food is a crime against Mother Nature and humanity. Some of us take pride in hospitality and normally serve food in excess to others, especially guests. In the name of hospitality, more food is served, which many times gets wasted. There is need to change this excess food serving habit.
Japan has various laws pertaining to the different causes of food wastage, such as Container & Packaging Recycling Law’, ‘Food Wastes Recycling Law’ and even a ‘Law on promoting Green Purchase’, enabling industries and agriculturists to look towards effective uses of resources and also join the eco drive – which needs more initiatives like these. Broadly speaking, stringent laws, effective administration and self responsibility are the more vital points which can be looked at for grassroots changes to come about, particularly in India, where the maximum food waste comes from the agricultural waste sector.
At individual level, following initiatives can be taken to avoid food wastage:
• The leftover food in restuarants and parties can be packed and given to those who need it.
• One day in a weak can be fixed to observe fast to give rest to our stomach and save food as well.
• Let one person represent the family at parties.
