456: The challenge of creating a circular food system

<div>Waste is a huge concern for the food industry. According to a 2022 UN report, 17% of global food production is wasted.<br> <br> And it will continue to be if the industry continues as it is.<br> <br> Recognising this, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation is leading the new Big Food Redesign Challenge with the aim of bringing together producers, suppliers and retailers in embracing a circular food system.<br> <br> The challenge, launched in partnership with the Sustainable Food Trust, has tasked participants with designing new food products that reflect this regenerative vision.<br> <br> And with the system still far from being sustainable, the hope is that the Big Food Redesign Challenge will act as a catalyst for necessary change.<br> <br> So, how will the challenge work to inspire this change? Who is taking part? And how do we keep the momentum be kept going once the challenge ends?<br> <br> <strong>Guest:<br> Rebecca Hesketh, Food Programme Manager, Ellen MacArthur Foundation</strong> </div>