food waste

First-Time Buyers

How to Store Farm-Fresh Produce to Reduce Waste

Farm-fresh produce comes with different storage needs than grocery store produce. Knowing what goes in the fridge, what stays on the counter, and how to revive wilted greens can cut your waste in half.

Buying Guides

What's the Shelf Life of Farm-Fresh Produce?

Farm-fresh produce and grocery store produce have different shelf lives — sometimes longer, sometimes shorter. Here's what to expect for common crops and how to extend it.

Seasonal — Summer

Best ways to use extra peaches, corn, cucumbers, and berries

Summer abundance means you will sometimes end up with more than you planned. Here are the best ways to use up extra peaches, corn, cucumbers, and berries before they go to waste.

Sustainability and Environment

How local supply chains can reduce waste

Long food supply chains generate waste at almost every step. Shorter, more direct supply chains can help reduce that waste — though the picture is more nuanced than it first appears.

Meal Planning

How to Use a Farm Box Without Wasting Anything

A weekly farm box is one of the best ways to eat locally — but only if you actually use everything in it. Here's how to make the most of every leaf, stem, and root.