food waste

More than half the food produced in Canada is wasted and the average kitchen tosses out hundreds of dollars worth of edibles every year, says a study researchers are calling the first of its kind.

Despite progress in stabilizing the stratospheric ozone layer, all the other problems scientists looked at in 1992 have worsened.

A 99-year old Quebec food company throws away 16 tons of unsold fruits and vegetables every day. Now it plans to use its waste to make juice and save money.

Three major grocery chains — Loblaws, Sobeys and Metro — are taking part.

Trash is the new culinary treasure for some creative chefs who are repurposing ingredients normally destined for the garbage.