Reducing food loss and waste in aquatic value chains

Policy

Policy is a driving force behind loss and waste reduction and creates the necessary incentives to adjust behaviour that results in food loss and waste (FLW).

Policies related to a wide range of issues can influence FLW in aquatic value chains. For example, policies regarding the following can build the foundation needed to prevent and reduce FLW:

  • Fisheries and aquaculture 
  • Food safety 
  • Health 
  • Environment 
  • Poverty reduction 
  • Waste and recycling 
  • Infrastructure and services 
  • Gender equality and social welfare 
  • Youth development and employment 
  • Credit and savings 
  • Climate change 
  • Food security and nutrition