Food powder made from expired produce may help end world hunger

The global amount of food wasted each year is an estimated 1.76 billion tons — that's $750 billion in terms of economic loss, according to the United Nations.

The two most common reasons for such extensive food waste relate to mindless consumption: We buy or prepare more than we need, or we just don't use food before it goes bad

In response to this vicious cycle, a group of international masters students created FoPo Food Powder. The company collects cheap and near-expired produce and spray dries it into a powder to extend its shelf life for two years. They call it "taking dumpster diving to the next level." Read more...