About Quote by Arthur Potts Dawson
“About 30% of fresh food is thrown away in supermarkets every day, although they will deny it. British households are throwing an estimated 30% of their food away, too.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Food Waste in UK Supermarkets, 2020
A large portion of fresh produce is discarded daily despite denial, mirroring household waste levels.
In simple terms: Supermarkets and homes waste much food.
Key Takeaway
Reduce waste by better planning and donation.
Themes
waste
environment
consumer behavior
Mood
concerned
motivated
Type
analytical
call to action
When to use this quote
- grocery shopping
- home meal prep
- restaurant inventory
- charitable donation
Key Concepts
supply chain
overproduction
food security
Questions to Reflect On
- How can retailers be incentivized to report waste accurately?
- What habits can households adopt to cut food waste?
A Different Perspective
Denial and lack of transparency hinder solutions.
