Sliced apples instead of whole ones in school

A practice that has been successfully established for over 15 years in countries like the USA and Canada is set to be implemented in Europe. It is expected to stimulate fruit consumption among students and help reduce food waste, we learn from FreshPlaza. The Federal Office of Agriculture and Food (DFZ) has approved a new payment application for the School Schemes In accordance with the requirements of the EU program for providing fruit, vegetables, milk, and dairy products in schools, a German company is offering pre-cut apples as an alternative to whole apples in school meals. Research shows that offering pre-cut apples can influence consumption. Studies have recorded a 71% increase in apple sales in schools when apples were served cut rather than whole. The average daily consumption among students increased to 238 grams compared to 96 grams for whole apples. The same studies also show a reduction in food waste. The amount of ...