Two types of food labels are used in Australia. While one is important for safety, the other could be contributing to household food waste
This is a complex issue, but one simple solution could be to follow the UK and remove “best before” dates.Our labelling system is fairly straightforward, but many consumers don’t understand the difference between “best before” and “use by”. This confusion leads them to throw away tonnes of food that’s still suitable for eating.provides guidance for manufacturers, retailers and consumers on using dates on product labels.
Differences in packaging and date labelling can be subtle. For example, lettuce sold loose or in an open plastic sleeve does not have a “best before” date. The same lettuce packaged in a sealed bag does.
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