Food waste is a challenge that concerns everyone, from local producers to supermarkets. Obtain an anti-food waste label is not just official recognition, it is above all a visible commitment to enhance our approach, reassure our customers and stand out in demanding markets.
Short distribution channels, supported by platforms like Regioneo, In this way, they play a key role in bringing producers and consumers closer together, limiting losses throughout the chain and making the fight against waste accessible to everyone.
What is the anti-food waste label?
Le anti-food waste label is certification awarded by approved bodies, under the aegis of the State, to reward organisations that are fully committed to reducing food waste.
It lends credibility and strengthens trust with customers and partners. To find out more about the label's public policy, visit the official national label against food waste.
This label is obtained by three levels depending on the maturity and effectiveness of actions made : commitment, control and exemplary. It is aimed at everyone, from small shops to large chains, via short-circuit producers.
Criteria for obtaining the anti-food waste label
The certification process is based on 17 criteria precise, divided into four main families linked to the entire food chain:
- Overall performance against waste
- Sourcing, purchasing and manufacturing
- Food marketing
- Management of unsold goods
Efficient management of unsold stock
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Use a platform dedicated to short distribution channels with tools for simplified management, like Regioneo's anti-waste features, represents a real solution for optimising flows and inventory. Consult the Regioneo features to modernise the management of your offers.
Raising consumer awareness
Providing information is already taking action! Clearly displaying reduced-price offers to avoid wastage, explaining the benefits of anti-waste baskets, telling the story behind the products - all this creates commitment and builds customer loyalty.
Educating consumers about responsible food transforms the retailer-consumer relationship and gives meaning to every purchase.
Traceability and transparency of procedures
It's impossible to get the label without proving what's being done: document management, regular monitoring of tonnes discarded or recycled, communication about the results, etc.
Traceability remains crucial to securing the relationship of trust and complying with the rules of the official reference system. Complete transparency also encourages feedback and the continuous development of our teams.
The steps involved in obtaining the anti-food waste label
Moving from project to recognition requires method, rigour and often tech support.
Preparing your application and applying to the organisation
The first step is to compile all the documents proving the anti-waste initiative, from the detailed action plan to the monitoring dashboards, not forgetting proof of staff training and the communication campaigns carried out. The clearer and more quantified the dossier, the more it highlights the seriousness of the commitment.
Once your dossier has been drawn up, you can approach a government-approved independent certification body, which will be responsible for carrying out the audit.
For a list of approved organisations, please contact the following address directly:
label-anti-gaspillage-alimentaire.sdppd.sevs.cgdd@developpement-durable.gouv.fr
On-site audit and verification
Once the application has been submitted, the accredited body carries out an on-site visit to verify the actions described, to assess the traceability of donations or the actual performance in combating waste.
Prepare your team, anticipate common questions about organisation and keep quick access to all your supporting documents. To better understand the steps.
Certification
At the end of the audit, the certifying body awards the label to the restaurant, together with a number of stars reflecting the level of commitment observed.
La official list of approved establishments is then published and regularly updated by the Ministry, guaranteeing transparency and public recognition.
Monitoring and renewal
The label is awarded for a limited period of three years and is subject to annual monitoring, carried out remotely or on site by the certification body. Every three years, a full renewal audit is carried out to ensure continuous improvement.
This process makes it possible to reassess the company's level of commitment, so that it can gain or lose a star, or even lose the label if it fails to meet the required criteria.
Benefits for producers and retailers awarded the label
Obtaining the label opens up new horizons. It reassures customers who are looking for meaning in their purchases, boosts local brand awareness, and may even be required for certain markets (catering, public procurement, etc.).
Committing to a recognised approach not only builds loyalty among customers who are sensitive to the ecological transition, but also helps your brand to grow while respecting resources.
