Homegrown Minneapolis

"This citywide initiative expands our ability to grow, process, distribute, eat and compost more healthy, sustainable, locally grown foods."

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Participant Impact

up to

0.2

pounds

food waste prevented
up to

0.4

pounds of CO2

have been saved

Homegrown's Actions

Cooking

Use the Edible Portion

I will learn about what food is still safe to eat if portions have gone bad and make sure to utilize the edible portions if I can.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Shopping

Skip the Cart

Bigger carts make us feel like we need to fill them! Use a hand basket to improve grocery store discipline and prevent over-purchasing.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Follow Bloggers and Influencers

I will follow 3 food waste prevention bloggers and influencers to get continuous tips and reminders that I can add to my lifestyle to waste less food.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

Storage

Preserve food

I will try a new method of food preservation, such as canning, pickling, drying or making jam. I will try 2 preservation techniques.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

Planning

Make Time for Meal Prep

I will set aside time to prepare 3 meals in advance.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

Shopping

Eat Before Shopping

I will resist impulse buys by eating a snack or meal before going grocery shopping.Those who grocery shop on an empty stomach spend 64% more than not-hungry shoppers.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

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