o:3330 Food loss and waste: a global problem en The world produces an enormous amount of food to sustain its population, yet a substantial portion of it goes to waste or is lost throughout the supply chain. Food loss refers to the reduction in the quantity or quality of food throughout the production, post‑harvest, and processing stages, primarily in developing countries with inadequate infrastructure and storage facilities. It is estimated that up to one‑third of all food produced globally is lost before it even reaches consumers. Food waste occurs mainly in developed countries, primarily at the consumer and retail levels. It refers to the discarding of edible food that is still fit for consumption. Addressing food waste and food loss requires a multifaceted approach involving govern‑ ments, businesses, communities, and individuals. By tackling food waste and food loss on a global scale, we can work towards achieving food security, reducing environmental degradation, and fostering a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Food loss Food waste, Food spoilage, Damage 1552099 10.18485/meattech.2023.64.2.55 2023-11-23T11:27:26.525Z 44 yes 46 Slavica Vesković-Moračanin Institute of meat Hygiene and technology Food loss and waste: a global problem Milan Milijašević Institute of Meat Hygiene and Technology Food loss and waste: a global problem person Branka Borović Institute of meat hygiene and technology person Jasna Kureljuišić Institute of Veterinary Medicine of Serbia person 2023-11-03 application/pdf 433281 https://unilib.phaidrabg.rs/o:3330 no yes 16 70 92000002 71A01 Meat technology 64 Special Issue 64 2 293 297 Kaćanskog 13, Belgrade Institute of Meat Hygiene and Technology 2023-11-03