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Jun 15, 2026
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Four steps you can take to avoid ‘perceived scarcity’ and prevent food waste
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Perceived scarcity can push people to acquire more than they need, leading to food waste. (Unsplash+)
Four steps you can take to avoid ‘perceived scarcity’ and prevent food waste
Published: June 15, 2026 1.59pm EDT
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The grocery store is a busy place, full of signs and signals that we may or may not always notice. Picture yourself in your usual store: do your eyes get drawn to a “limited quantities” sign or a “buy now before it’s gone” promotion?
Do you ever toss an extra item into your cart because of it? The reality is, you probably didn’t need that extra item, …
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