How Swiss households can cut food waste with 'Nose to Tail' cooking

Swiss households discard food worth 620 francs per person annually, with nearly two-thirds of meat waste occurring at home, prompting calls for the "Nose to Tail" principle to reduce losses. The Swiss government aims to halve food waste by 2030 compared to 2017. Since 2024, four major meat companies have systematically tracked production losses, while byproducts like wheat bran and whey are fed to livestock. A National Week against Food Waste runs from September 12 to 20, 2026. Recommended kitchen practices include meal planning, proper freezing, and storing meat at 5 degrees Celsius.