Budding artists across the Malvern Hills District are being encouraged to get creative and to help spread the message of the importance of reducing food waste.
Malvern Hills District Council (MHDC) is challenging children aged five to 12 across the district to design a poster that encourages residents to think about what they throw away and to not waste food.
The artwork can focus on themes such as planning meals, storing food properly, using leftovers, favourite foods and recipes, composting, growing your own food, and more.
The winners will receive a seed kit, an educational sticker and activity book, a certificate, and will get the opportunity to see their artwork on display.
Each year, UK households waste the equivalent of 15 billion edible meals and the average family in Worcestershire throws away an incredible £720 worth of perfectly edible food each year.
MHDC is working with #FoodSavvy to spread the message that families could save money and help the environment by reducing the amount of food they throw away.
Cllr Mark Driscoll, Portfolio Holder for Environmental Services at Malvern Hills District Council, said: “We would like to see the most creative and fun posters to help encourage people to think before they throw food away. The winning designs will be put on display for residents to enjoy. Simple changes such as planning meals, freezing food and only buying what you need, can make a big difference to both financially and environmentally”.
Poster designs should be sent to Communications Team, The Council House, Avenue Rd, Malvern WR14 3AF or via email at
Visit www.malvernhills.gov.uk/waste-and-recycling/food-savvy for food waste tips and about the competition terms and conditions.
The closing date for this competition 15 December 2024.
Pictured: Clare Witts and Carl Hobson, both Recycling and Waste Managers at Malvern Hills District Council Depot.
Date published: 5 November 2024