Discover simple practical tips to make sustanable food choices that benefit you, your community and the planet.
- Eat seasonally - by choosing fruits and veg that are in season it is a simpler way to enjoy fresher, tastier produce while reducing the environmental impact of long-distance transport and energy-intensive farming. Choosing foods that are naturally harvesting at certain times of year will be fresher, tastier and often better for your wallet too.
For details about which foods are in season and when, visit Eat Seasonably.
- Reduce food waste - Did you know that every year in the UK 4.6 million tonnes of food that is still edable goes to waste. By planning meals, storing food properly and using up what we buy, we can dramtically cut waste together. Reducing food waste isn't just good to the planet, it's a practical way to save money and make the most of what we have.
To learn more, visit Love Food Hate Waste / Preventing food waste.
- Shop locally - Shopping locally is a powerful way to support your community, reduce your environmental impact, and enjoy fresher, more traceable food.
By choosing produce grown nearby, you cut down on transport emissions, packaging waste, and energy use. It also helps build a resilient local economy and strengthens relationships between growers and consumers. Whether it’s a farmers’ market, a community shop, or a local producer, every purchase helps shape a fairer, greener future.
To find local food producers near you, visit Buy local food, buy seasonal food, farm shops, sustainable food, organic food - BigBarn.
- Eat more fruit and veg - Eating more fruit and vegetables isn’t just good for your health - it’s better for the planet too. Plants generally require fewer resources to grow, produce lower greenhouse gas emissions, and help preserve biodiversity. By choosing more veg you’re making a simple shift that supports both personal wellbeing and a more sustainable food system.
For more information about adding more fruit and veg to your cooking please see here: Eatwell guide
To find out how to include more fruit and veg in your meals, visit the Eatwell guide.
- Cook from scratch - Cooking from scratch offers a range of benefits for your health, your wallet and the planet. It’s often cheaper than buying ready meals, and you can adjust recipes to suit your taste, budget, or dietary needs. It’s also a great way to build practical skills and boost confidence in the kitchen - whether you're cooking solo or sharing with others.
To get started with simple recipes, visit Easy Dinner Recipes | Good Food.