According to a disturbing research, Pakistan wastes food annually worth $4 billion.Pakistan wastes 26% of its annual food production, claims a report from the Ministry of National Food Security & Research.
According to the survey, 19.6 million tonnes of food are wasted in Pakistan each year.The survey also showed that despite the measures taken to maintain food security, the majority of food items are wasted because they don't satisfy the standards for appearance, size, and colour.
According to a Ministry of National Food Security and Research research, the majority of food items are wasted because they are not included in the supply chain.The survey also noted that the majority of food items kept in kitchens are thrown out after their expiration dates each year.
Pakistan, while being an agricultural nation, is currently experiencing a food scarcity, particularly in light of the recent floods and severe rain.
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