Definition ∞ Food waste refers to edible food material that is discarded or lost across the supply chain, from production to consumption. This phenomenon includes food spoiled during harvest, transport, processing, or retail, as well as uneaten portions discarded by consumers. It represents a significant economic inefficiency and contributes substantially to environmental concerns, including greenhouse gas emissions. Addressing food waste is a global challenge with implications for resource allocation and sustainability.
Context ∞ Blockchain technology is increasingly discussed in news reports as a tool to mitigate food waste by improving supply chain transparency and traceability. Debates focus on the practical implementation challenges, such as data standardization and stakeholder adoption across diverse agricultural and retail networks. A critical future development involves the creation of decentralized applications that monitor food product lifecycles, enabling more efficient inventory management and redistribution initiatives. Such innovations hold promise for enhancing global food security and environmental stewardship.
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