Madeline Nyvold

I will freeze leftover food items or meals for later. The freezer is my food-waste-reduction friend!

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping. Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

Bigger carts make us feel like we need to fill them! Use a hand basket to improve grocery store discipline and prevent over-purchasing.

I will only purchase the items on my grocery list and avoid impulse purchases.

I will share information about food waste and the actions that I am taking on social media.

I will learn about food labels and not throw food out just based on the date on the package, but instead check the smell and color to see if it has gone bad.

I will learn about food storage and store food based on best practices to keep it from spoiling before it is used.

I will intentionally buy ugly produce at the grocery store, farmers market, or sign up for an ugly produce CSA box.