Survey shows consumers’ concerns with freshness, food waste
Nearly half of Americans identified pre-packaged meals or meal delivery services as a potential solution for reducing food waste.
Phononic, Durham, N.C., announced the findings of a survey that revealed consumers’ attitudes toward food waste, food and meal delivery services and portable refrigeration. Respondents estimated that they personally throw out 23% of their food each year, and they expressed concerns about the negative financial and environmental implications of such waste.
Nearly half of Americans identified pre-packaged meals or meal delivery services as a potential solution for reducing food waste. While these services are increasing in popularity, the survey indicated that there are hurdles to overcome before there is widespread adoption. For example, respondents were concerned about refrigeration of food during delivery and the freshness of food when it arrives. A large majority of Americans (72%) would be more likely to use a meal or food delivery service if the food was guaranteed to be fresh.