Net-zero agrifood: What it is and why it’s important to you.
October 31, 2023
Net-zero agrifood is a movement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the agricultural and food system to zero. It’s important to you because it can help to:
- Reduce the cost of food
- Improve food security
- Protect the environment.
How net-zero agrifood can benefit consumers?
Here are some specific examples of how net-zero agrifood can benefit consumers:
- Lower food prices: When farmers reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, they can save money on energy and other inputs. This can lead to lower food prices for consumers.
- More resilient food system: Net-zero agrifood can help to make the food system more resilient to climate change. This means that consumers will have better access to affordable and nutritious food, even in the face of shocks such as droughts and floods.
- Healthier environment: Net-zero agrifood can help to reduce water pollution, air pollution, and soil erosion. This can create a healthier environment for everyone, including consumers.
How can consumers support net-zero agrifood?
There are a number of things you can do to support net-zero agrifood, including:
- Recue food waste: Food waste in landfills is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing food waste is one of the easiest and most effective ways that consumers can support net-zero agrifood.
- Choose sustainable foods: When consumers choose to buy foods that are produced sustainably, they are sending a signal to the market that they value sustainable agriculture. This can encourage farmers and businesses to adopt more sustainable practices.
- Support businesses committed to net-zero agrifood: Consumers can support businesses that are committed to net-zero agrifood by buying their products and services. They can also advocate for policies that support net-zero agrifood.
Here are some specific tips for consumers:
- Reduce food waste by planning meals ahead of time, shopping with a list, and storing food properly.
- Choose foods that are produced locally and seasonally. Look for foods that are certified organic or sustainably produced.
- Support farmers and businesses that are committed to net-zero agrifood. Ask your local grocery store where their food comes from and how it is produced. Contact your elected officials and let them know that you support policies that promote net-zero agrifood.
How is Jeden Bioscience supporting net-zero agrifood?
Jeden Bioscience is a company that is committed to creating a sustainable world through carbon-friendly solutions in the agrifood sector. Jeden Bioscience offers a variety of products and services that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the agricultural and food system, including:
- Reencle: A home composter that makes it easy to reduce food waste by converting it into organic fertilizer.
- MegaReencle: A line of commercial composters that can be used by food businesses and institutions to reduce their food waste.
- TerraTonic Biochar: A carbon-friendly substance derived from wood waste that can help to improve soil health, retain moisture and nutrients, promote microbial activity, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Jeden Bioscience is also working to educate consumers and businesses about net-zero agrifood and the importance of sustainable food production.
Conclusion
Net-zero agrifood is a critical movement to address climate change and create a more sustainable food system. By reducing your food waste, choosing foods that are produced sustainably, and supporting businesses that are committed to net-zero agrifood, you can play a role in building a better future for everyone.
Learn more and take action
Visit the Jeden Bioscience website to learn more about net-zero agrifood and how you can support it. Follow Jeden Bioscience on social media for updates and tips on how to support a more sustainable agrifood system.
- Reencle Bio Composter for homes
- MegaReencle Bio Composters for commercial food businesses and institutions
- TerraTonic Biochar
- Jeden Bioscience at Facebook