The City of Newberg is partnering with Food Waste Prevention Week to Promote the Value of Food and Recognize the Need to End Food Loss and Waste at Home, in the Workplace, and Within Communities.
April 7, 2025 | Newberg, OR The City of Newberg is proud to support Food Waste Prevention Week, joining more than 700 partners across the country. Food Waste Prevention Week, April 7-13, 2025, is a week-long on-line and in-person awareness campaign to inspire cultural changes that reduce food waste at home, work and in our communities.
Activities include social media games and contests, in-person events, K-12 student engagement activities, and a robust educational webinar schedule.
Up to thirty-eight percent of all food produced in the United States goes uneaten, causing significant economic, environmental, and social repercussions. Ending food loss and waste requires purposeful action.
Why does reducing wasted food matter?
● Saves money - A family of four can save between $1866-$3000 per year by reducing wasted food. *Penn State_2020 *ReFed_2023
● Conserves resources - Land, water, energy and human resources are used to grow, package and transport food.
● Improves food access - Safe and nutritious food can be better utilized to strengthen food access in our communities.
For more information on the Food Waste Prevention Week, please visit: www.FoodWastePreventionWeek.com.
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Contact:
Emily Salsbury
Interim PIO
emily.salsbury@newbergoregon.gov
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