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On the occasion of World Food Waste Day, celebrated on September 29, there is a growing need to optimize the use of the food we grow and consume. In Spain, it is estimated that each individual discards around 28 kilograms of food a year, a figure that reflects a concerning global reality: the FAO reports that one-third of the food produced in the world is wasted.
In this context, we have the peanut pumpkin, which is harvested during the season and presented as a versatile solution to combat food waste. This type of pumpkin, known for its sweet flavor and meaty consistency, becomes an ideal option not only for decoration but also for cooking.
The celebration of Halloween is a critical period in terms of food waste generation, particularly due to the use of decorative pumpkins. In the United Kingdom, a concerning custom has emerged: 18 million pumpkins are discarded after the holiday, which translates to the potential to make approximately 360 million servings of pie. While Spain has not yet seen such high figures, the interest in decorating pumpkins has increased, which could lead to a rise in waste.
In response to this challenge, the Love Klabaza project, made up of peanut pumpkin producers, has taken the initiative to tackle this issue. During the Halloween festivities, they have distributed over 9,000 kilos of pumpkins to 60 schools, allowing more than 11,000 children to not only decorate but also cook with them alongside their families.
From Love Klabaza, Amparo Pellicer emphasizes the importance of opting for local products and giving them a second use in the kitchen, framing this practice as an effective way to help reduce food waste and recognize the work of farmers. The harvest campaign for peanut pumpkins, which coincides with this special date on the calendar, represents a unique opportunity to promote more responsible and sustainable consumption, valuing this seasonal vegetable.
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via: MiMub in Spanish
