New research from the University of Georgia Department of Food Science and Technology suggests that extending shelf life is an effective strategy for food waste reduction and conserving resources. Extending shelf life to reduce food wasteAfter acquiring the food additive company Niacet in 2021, professionals from Kerry joined researchers from the lab of Kevin Mis Solval, an associate professor in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, to study how extending food shelf life using natural or organic salts and other strategies may contribute to food waste reduction. Kerry Food Waste EstimatorLaunched in 2022, the Kerry Food Waste Estimator is a user-friendly tool for food producers and consumers alike, providing helpful insights on how to begin reducing waste in the home. They tested the Food Waste Estimator against two scenarios involving potential food waste reduction if the percentage of product wasted was known or unknown, and in two foods, bread and poultry. “The Kerry Food Waste Estimator empowers both manufacturers and consumers to make impactful decisions that significantly reduce food waste and drive sustainability forward,” said Emma Cahill, global marketing director at Kerry.