Beyond Expiry – Actual date of consumption versus expiry date

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Why it is important: - preventing food waste - raising public awareness - consumer safety - producer responsibility Questions we seek answers to: Is the expiry date stated by the manufacturer always accurate? What does the food look like after the expiry date? What are the consequences for consumers after eating a particular expired food? What are the ways to determine the actual expiry date? How can citizens help us: - sharing experiences and evaluating products - conducting field research - reporting infringements Expected outcome: - practical guidance for consumers - recommendations for products and regulatory authorities - increased public awareness - more accurate knowledge of expiry dates of products