Episode 1492 • • 55:46 - 59:48
1492: Upcycling Ruminants
Food Labeling Scams, Best Before vs. Expiration Dates
A significant portion of U.S. food waste is attributed to consumer confusion over "Best Before" and "Sell By" labels. Experts clarify that these dates often refer to peak freshness rather than safety, particularly for canned goods which can remain edible for decades. Organizations like Refed are pushing for standardized labeling to distinguish between quality and safety to reduce the 4 million tons of food wasted annually.