The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW) is observed worldwide every September 29. Initiated by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO), this day aims to unite individuals, organizations, businesses, and governments in efforts to reduce food loss and waste. Each year, approximately 14% of food produced globally is lost before reaching retail, with significant waste occurring at both retail and consumer levels, leading to about one-third of all food produced going uneaten. The observance was first declared by a UN General Assembly resolution in December 2019 and was first celebrated in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for transformation in food production and consumption practices. Activities on this day focus on encouraging better food management practices, such as reducing unnecessary purchases and properly storing food, while emphasizing the importance of coordinated actions across various sectors to tackle the issue effectively.