Food Waste

We collaborate on the issue of food waste through the Food Waste Reduction Alliance (FWRA). This initiative of FMI, Grocery Manufacturers Association, and the National Restaurant Association engages companies and stakeholders in reducing food waste across the food industry.

Help Shoppers Waste Less Food

Learn About The Food Waste Reduction Alliance

A New Product Date Label Vocabulary

Food Waste Blog Posts

FMI Food Waste Resources

How the Food Industry is Reducing Food Waste

These talking points outline how the food industry is addressing food waste.

Messy but Worth It! Lessons Learned from Fighting Food Waste

Tips from foodservice manufacturers, grocers and restaurants leading the way in food waste reduction.

Retail Food Waste Guide

This Guide, created by ReFED, is designed to help retail businesses understand the size of the food waste prize and provide industry-specific guidance on implementing food waste reduction solutions and recommendations.

Corporate Social Responsibility

EVENTS

We welcome you to join us for the following events.

Conference
2025 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Thursday, January 30 - Sunday, February 2, 2025
- | Marco Island, FL
The Midwinter Executive Conference is FMI's signature, invitation-only annual gathering that attracts more than 1,000 senior-level executives in the food retail marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers and manufacturers, to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses. Supplier partners quality for at least 2, and up to an unlimited amount of invitations, depending on their level of membership.
Conference
2026 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Wednesday, January 21 - Saturday, January 24, 2026
- | Chula Vista (San Diego), CA
The Midwinter Executive Conference is FMI's signature, invitation-only annual gathering that attracts more than 1,000 senior-level executives in the food retail marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers and manufacturers, to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses. Supplier partners quality for at least 2, and up to an unlimited amount of invitations, depending on their level of membership.
Conference
2027 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Wednesday, January 20 - Saturday, January 23, 2027
- | Chula Vista (San Diego), CA
The Midwinter Executive Conference is FMI's signature, invitation-only annual gathering that attracts more than 1,000 senior-level executives in the food retail marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers and manufacturers, to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses. Supplier partners quality for at least 2, and up to an unlimited amount of invitations, depending on their level of membership.

All Events

USDA Food Waste Challenge

Developed by USDA and EPA, the U.S. Food Waste Challenge recognizes organizations and businesses that demonstrate their commitment to reducing food waste, helping to feed the hungry in their communities, and reducing the environmental impact of wasted food.