Doing more for less food waste
99% of our food ...
... ends up on the plate instead of the bin. How do we manage that? See for yourself!
Food waste
Food waste is everyone’s business
Did you know that about one third of all food is lost between the field and the plate? According to a study by ETH Zurich from 2019, that’s about 330 kg per person and year. That’s why we’ve been campaigning against food waste for many years. You can also play a part in fighting food waste, because avoiding food waste isn’t difficult at all.
Our goal: less food waste
One thing is clear: to save this third, we must consistently avoid food waste from the field to the shelves of our stores to your home. This can only be achieved if everyone pitches in.
By the end of 2025...
... we will reduce food waste in the Migros supermarket and consumer market sector by 20%.
We fight for all food at different levels of the value chain, constantly entering into new partnerships to prevent food waste. For example, we saved 592,665 food packages from going to waste in 2023 with the free Too Good To Go app.
More about the food waste goals
Where do we stand today?
What we are currently doing
Food waste
Turning beer into burgers
Thanks to a new process, V-Love meat substitutes are made using beer-brewing leftovers.
Food waste
Prevent food waste and save money
Buy food at a discount and prevent it from being thrown away – thanks to the partnership with Too Good To Go.
Combating food waste
Shop right – avoid food waste
Clever shopping, storage, freezing and cooking avoids food waste, helps the environment and saves cash.
Help and save food!
With simple tips, you too can reduce food waste. Join now and let’s save food together.
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Food waste
How to keep bread fresh for longer
People love fresh bread but it usually goes stale quickly. We’ve got tips to help your bread stay fresh for longer.
Food waste
Do eggs belong in the fridge?
What came first: the chicken or the egg? More important is how to store eggs properly. We provide answers.
Food waste
You’ll always have fresh lemons with these tips
Do you need only one lemon, but bought a whole bag? We’ll explain what you can do with the rest.
Food waste
Eight good reasons not to throw coffee grounds away
Coffee grounds can be reused – and not just for reading the future!
Food waste
Grandma’s tips against food waste
Every year, 330 kg of food per person ends up in the bin. Key advices from our grandparents’ times, you can avoid waste.
Food waste
Correct portioning by hand
Do you often cook too much and then end up with leftovers? Simply use your hands to work out portions.
Sustainability
The worst composting offences
From cheese rind and chicken bones to cat litter – we explain exactly what can’t go in the compost heap.
Food waste
How do you keep lettuce fresh for longer?
Lettuce consists of 95% water and wilts quickly. Use these tricks to keep it nice and fresh for several days.
Quick to prepare
Do frozen vegetables contain fewer vitamins?
We bring colourful Swiss vegetables to your plate in the middle of winter. And dispel five myths surrounding frozen food.
Food fest not food waste
Avoid leftovers and save money with planning
It’s the season for a lavish feast: a festive meal is as much a part of the holidays as a Christmas tree. Here are a few tips and tricks to avoid leaving a pile of wasted leftovers.
Organic vanilla ice cream
Can I refreeze ice cream?
Vanilla is by far the most popular flavour of ice cream in Switzerland. We eat it even more often during the festive season. We explain whether you can refreeze melted ice cream and where organic vanilla comes from.
Citrus fruits
Turning orange peel into a cleaning agent
What you need to do to ensure that citrus fruits stay fresh for a long time and what you can do with the peel instead of throwing it away.
