Better Logistics, Sustainable Practices Leads to Less Food Waste

Better Logistics, Sustainable Practices Leads to Less Food Waste

March 5, 2013

A recent State Department conference highlighted the need for better logistics, including cold storage, and sustainable practices as a way to stem food waste throughout the developing world. To read more, click HERE.

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