Israeli Trailblazers Show The World Grows Enough Food to Feed Everyone Twice Over — So Why Are People Starving
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May 8, 2025 
Joseph Gitler, founder of Leket Israel, shares his revolutionary approach to tackling hunger and food waste. He discusses how the organization rescues surplus food from various sources, feeding over 400,000 people weekly while minimizing environmental impact. Gitler highlights the transformative journey from discarding 'imperfect' produce to creating delicious meals, emphasizing the potential for cities worldwide to adopt similar models. His insights merge food security with climate action, showcasing a sustainable solution that turns waste into dignity.
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Safe Food Rescue Logistics
- The rescued food is safely collected, focusing on cooked and transport-friendly items, not spoiled or raw salads.
- Food is delivered quickly to agencies like soup kitchens and shelters for immediate or next-day consumption.
Massive Agricultural Food Rescue
- Leket rescues 75 million pounds of surplus produce annually from farmers and markets.
- Many rescued fruits and vegetables are perfect but rejected due to market standards on size, color, or cosmetic damage.
Value-Add Surplus Processing
- Convert surplus perishable crops into value-added products like soups and baby food to extend shelf life and reduce waste.
- Explore partnerships for product manufacturing to generate additional income for food rescue operations.