Food waste costing households thousands annually

Australian households waste 7.6 million tonnes of food annually, with 70% being perfectly edible, costing thousands of dollars per household each year. Food prices rose 1.6% in March, while experts from Food Bank and OzHarvest identify fruit, vegetables, bread and meal leftovers as the main culprits of household food waste. Simple strategies like checking the fridge before shopping, meal planning and freezing can significantly reduce waste and save money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.