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Food Waste Matters

Food Waste Matters

By: Honey & Fox
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 Food waste is everywhere, especially in the places we no longer notice. Food Waste Matters is a podcast where we have conversations with businesses, industry leaders, and researchers who are fighting against food waste. Our guests share real strategies for turning excess into success. Tune in to learn how your surplus can be an opportunity instead of a loss, benefiting both your business and the environment. Subscribe now to take action and make the most of our resources for the planet, the people, and the profit. Produced by Honey & Fox and supported by End Food Waste Australia.Honey & Fox Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • S3E19 Full Circle Beef: Making Every Part Count

    S3E19 Full Circle Beef: Making Every Part Count
    Oct 30 2025
    In this episode of Food Waste Matters, Robert Mackenzie, Director of Macka’s Australian Black Angus, joins Jayne Gallagher to talk about the bold sustainability moves behind their carbon-neutral beef operation — and how producers, chefs, and consumers can work together to cut waste across the food chain.Robert shares how his family has built a sixth-generation beef business rooted in quality, integrity, and innovation. From using every part of the animal to creating new value-added products like Angus beef dumplings and award-winning pies, his story shows how sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.Together, they explore practical ways to reduce waste at every step — from soil to steak — and why knowing your supplier (and their story) might be the key to building a more sustainable food future.Key Moments04:25 The Mackenzie family story – six generations of beef and a commitment to doing it right07:45 Where food waste occurs in the red meat industry and how full carcass utilisation is changing that10:12 Working with MLA and chefs to showcase secondary cuts and reduce waste in food service12:40 Turning “waste” into value – from sausages to Angus beef dumplings and gold-medal pies15:10 Why sustainability can equal profitability18:30 Building a brand and a legacy grounded in community, quality, and care22:15 One practical step: build relationships across your supply chain and understand your product’s story25:10 Final message: Know where your product comes from, be proud of it, and share its storyRobert MackenzieDirector, Macka’s Australian Black AngusRobert Mackenzie is the director of Macka's Australian Black Angus, a family-owned and innovative paddock-to-plate Angus Beef cattle business based in Gloucester, NSW. Macka's currently run 600 seedstock breeders and 3500 commercial cows, which are utilised for breeding consistent high-performance cattle that can efficiently turn grass into beef.Macka's have now achieved carbon neutrality within their pastoral operation without relying on offsets or large-scale tree planting. With a long-term vision, Robert along with his family and his team strive to enhance carbon levels further and pave the way for a more productive and sustainable future. Links: https://mackasblackangus.com.au/https://www.honeyandfox.com.au/ https://thegreatunwaste.com.au/ https://endfoodwaste.com.au/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mackasangus/https://www.instagram.com/foodwastematters_podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/honey_and_fox/ https://www.instagram.com/thegreatunwaste/ https://www.instagram.com/endfoodwasteaus/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MackasAngushttps://www.facebook.com/HoneyandFox/ https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunwaste/ https://www.facebook.com/EndFoodWasteAus/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mackas-australian-black-angus-beef/https://au.linkedin.com/company/honey-&-fox-pty-ltd https://au.linkedin.com/company/endfoodwasteaus
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    29 mins
  • S3E18 From Waste to Raw Material: Rethinking Seafood Bioproducts

    S3E18 From Waste to Raw Material: Rethinking Seafood Bioproducts
    Oct 14 2025
    In this episode of Food Waste Matters, Daniel Abrahams from the Marine Bioproducts CRC uncovers the enormous untapped value sitting in Australia’s seafood and seaweed bioproducts. With only half of our marine biomass currently being used, billions of dollars in potential products - from collagen and Omega-3 oils to skincare ingredients and biofertilisers - are being overlooked. Daniel shares how innovation is shifting from disposal to utilisation, the commercial models making it viable, and why Iceland’s 100% fish model offers inspiration (not imitation) for Australia. He also explores the role of First Nations partnerships, the importance of designing for demand, and the future of high-value marine products made from what we currently throw away. 04:41 Defining Marine Bioproducts and Market Opportunities 09:01 Insights from Marine Bio Connect 2025 12:08 Lessons from Iceland's 100% Fish Approach 15:05 Challenges and Opportunities in the Australian Context 20:03 First Nations Collaboration and New Skincare Product Launch 24:14 Advice for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Mr Daniel E. Abrahams FCPAChief Executive Officer Daniel is a highly experienced executive with leadership, finance, strategy, execution, risk management and governance credentials across a wide variety of industries. He has a track record of driving profitable business performance, innovation, and long-term growth plans, with a strong focus on building high performance teams and effective relationships with stakeholders. Daniel has extensive capital raising experience in crowd-funding, private equity and capital markets. He has worked in SME, start-up to scale-up and ASX listed entities. Links:   https://mbcrc.com/ Lanje SkinCare https://www.honeyandfox.com.au/  https://thegreatunwaste.com.au/  https://endfoodwaste.com.au/    Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/marinebioproductscrc/ https://www.instagram.com/foodwastematters_podcast/  https://www.instagram.com/honey_and_fox/  https://www.instagram.com/thegreatunwaste/  https://www.instagram.com/endfoodwasteaus/    Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/marinebioCRC/ https://www.facebook.com/HoneyandFox/  https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunwaste/  https://www.facebook.com/EndFoodWasteAus/    LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-bioproducts-crc https://au.linkedin.com/company/honey-&-fox-pty-ltd  https://au.linkedin.com/company/endfoodwasteaus 
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    31 mins
  • S3E17 Halving Food Waste by 2030

    S3E17 Halving Food Waste by 2030
    Sep 25 2025

    Halving Food Waste by 2030: A Conversation with Tristan Butt, CEO of End Food Waste Australia

    In this podcast episode, Tristan Butt, the CEO of End Food Waste Australia, shares insights into his background and the organization's mission to halve food waste in Australia by 2030. Tristan discusses the economic and social impacts of food waste, highlighting Australia's annual waste of 7.6 million tons of food and a $37 billion economic cost. He explains the multi-faceted approach of End Food Waste Australia, which includes research, policy, business action, and consumer behavior. Tristan also touches on consumer campaigns like 'The Great Un Waste' and the importance of industry collaboration, including initiatives like the Australian Food Pact. He emphasizes the significant opportunity for businesses to save costs and improve profitability while contributing to environmental sustainability. The discussion also covers support for small businesses, the importance of benchmarking and reporting, and innovative ways to repurpose food waste.

    01:35 The Mission to Halve Food Waste by 2030

    02:36 Current Progress and Consumer Campaigns

    07:11 Engaging Small Businesses in Food Waste Reduction

    10:54 Innovative Uses for Food Waste

    15:48 International Models and Future Plans

    More About Tristan

    Tristan Butt is a purpose-driven CEO and Board Director with 25+ years of leadership across food & beverage, FMCG, retail, and ecommerce in the UK, Europe, APAC, and the US.
    He has led transformational growth at both global giants (L’Oréal, Unilever, Mars, Amazon, Woolworths) and high-growth ventures—responsible for portfolios spanning 100+ categories, 1,400+ stores, and $3B+ in revenue. His career bridges supplier and retailer, public and private, global and local—anchored by sharp commercial strategy, operational discipline, and an unrelenting customer focus.
    As a leader, Tristan is recognised for building high-impact, values-aligned teams that move with pace, think boldly, and deliver lasting outcomes. He brings clarity, ambition, and rigour to complex challenges, empowering people to raise the bar - leaving organisations stronger than they were found.
    Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of End Food Waste Australia, Tristan is driving national food system transformation to deliver environmental, economic, and social impact.
    He has also partnered with CEOs & Boards in scaling consumer brands through advisory, NED and investor roles.
    He is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) with a Law degree (LLB Hons) from the University of Birmingham UK.

    Links:

    https://www.honeyandfox.com.au/

    https://thegreatunwaste.com.au/

    https://endfoodwaste.com.au/

    Instagram

    https://www.instagram.com/foodwastematters_podcast/

    https://www.instagram.com/honey_and_fox/

    https://www.instagram.com/thegreatunwaste/

    https://www.instagram.com/endfoodwasteaus/

    Facebook

    https://www.facebook.com/HoneyandFox/

    https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunwaste/

    https://www.facebook.com/EndFoodWasteAus/

    LinkedIn

    https://au.linkedin.com/company/honey-&-fox-pty-ltd

    https://au.linkedin.com/company/endfoodwasteaus
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    27 mins
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