China tightens belt on persistent food waste with push for more data

Beijing worries about feeding the nation in a trade war with U.S.

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A restaurant in Dalian. An overabundance of food has long been part of entertaining guests in China. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura)

KOHEI FUJIMURA, Nikkei staff writer

DALIAN, China -- From farms to restaurants, China's leadership is getting tough on food loss and waste as weak growth in agricultural production raises concerns about the country's ability to feed itself.

A plan unveiled last month calls for ensuring accurate data on food waste is available by the end of 2027.

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