JUNE IS UPCYCLED FOOD MONTH.
Together with our members, we are raising awareness about the value of transforming otherwise wasted food into high-quality, nutritious products that have a positive impact on the environment. Key events will take place between June 1-30. Join the #ShopUP movement!
Get Involved
Membership
UFA Membership connects companies, organizations, and individuals across the world to the fast-growing upcycled food community and movement, and offers access to current insights and upcycling research. UFA provides members with industry discounts, marketing support, and networking opportunities. Read more about the UFA Member types and benefits here. Any organization, company, or individual is encouraged to support the fight against food waste by becoming a member of UFA.
Toolkits
Are you a member looking to share your mission with your audience during Upcycled Food Month? Download our social media toolkit here!
Are you a retailer looking to share about your upcycled product offerings? Download our retailer toolkits here!
Commit and #ShopUP
Finding ways to upcycle in our day to day life is a great way to fight food waste! Check here for some fun recipe ideas that you can share with your family and friends. Also keep an eye out for Upcycled Certified® products at your local stores! You can find a list of Upcycled Certified® products here.
The #ShopUP Deal Guide
To celebrate Upcycled Food Month, we are partnering with some of your favorite upcycled brands to offer you discounts on products that are better for the planet and better for your tastebuds. Promotions will take at select member brands online from June 1 - June 30.
Are you a UFA member? There’s still time to join the deal guide! Fill out the form to participate.
Events
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MISFITS MARKET + UFA MEMBER WEBINAR
June 4th, 10am PDT/1pm EDT
Hear from Misfits Market buyers to learn about their product selection process and how to be a part. Registration is exclusive to members.
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Upcycling Food Waste: What Does The Future Hold?
June 24th, 10 am PDT/ 1pm EDT
Join Upcycled Food Association, ReFED, and Where Food Comes From for a special webinar about the future of upcycling. How do we build on the recent success of this food waste solution? What challenges remain in expanding its viability? And how do we get more people to be part of the upcycling revolution?
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Upcycled Food Foundation: Research Fellow Lightning Symposium
June 27th, 8am PDT/ 11am EDT
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest research and innovative methodologies transforming food waste into valuable products. Each fellow will present their research in a concise, engaging format, providing insights into the processes, benefits, and sustainability impacts of upcycled food.
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The State of Food Upcycling
June 28th 11am PDT/ 2pm EDT
Hear UFA's origin story and highlights of its first five years alongside member stories spanning the journey of upcycling across sectors: pet products, CPG/beverage, research, ingredients and technical innovation.