Use Food Well: Become an Expert at Reducing Food Waste - Washington State Department of Ecology

Your path to a waste-free kitchen.

Food waste adds up.
Know the cost.

When food goes in the trash, so do resources, time, and money. Save on all three with small changes to your cooking and shopping habits. Get started today.

Buy it, use it Make it last

Save food and money

Your food saving journey starts here. We’ve got ideas to help you use food well. Get ready to learn, plan, and get creative.

Food waste is a problem.
Be the solution.

Here are simple ways you can make a big difference.

Keep food fresh

Extend your food’s life with practical storage tips.

Stay fresh

Plan and cook

Plan before you shop and cook to prevent food waste.

Make a plan

Donate food

Donate food locally to share the food you can’t use.

Sharing is caring

Feed the soil

Transform everyday scraps into rich, nourishing compost.

Start composting

Manage a business?
Your organization can be part of the solution.

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Food waste adds up. Know the cost.