Here are a few more photos from the Museum of Obwarzanek, a tour of Krakow, and a visit to Tymbark production, among other things. Thank you to our partners for a great and productive time! #UglyFruitsNOT #ErasmusPlus #Krakow #Tymbark #Training #Sustainability 🌱🌍
Representatives of the ARID Association along with international partners from Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, and Bulgaria visited the Tymbark Municipality as part of the project titled „Ugly“ fruits and vegetables… NOT! An innovative educational program for sustainable consumption and food waste reduction“, implemented under the Erasmus+ program.
The project aims to raise awareness about the incredible amount of food waste generated by our society and encourage consumers to adopt more sustainable food consumption practices. It emphasizes the importance of reducing food waste and the many benefits of consuming „ugly“ fruits and vegetables.
One of the project’s key messages is that the appearance of a fruit or vegetable does not affect its taste or nutritional value. In fact, many „ugly“ fruits and vegetables are just as tasty and healthy as their attractive counterparts, and they are often available at significantly lower costs.
During the study visit, project partners visited the production facilities of the Maspex company and met with the Mayor of the Tymbark Municipality, Dr. Paweł Ptaszek. The meeting, held at the town hall, was also attended by Ms. Dorota Ogórek, Secretary of the Tymbark Municipality, and Ms. Katarzyna Zborowska, an inspector from the Municipal Office. Participants represented higher education institutions (Portugal, Germany, Bulgaria), non-governmental organizations (Poland, Greece), and the farming community (Cyprus).
At the beginning of the meeting, the Mayor presented the Tymbark municipality to the participants and talked about its resources and values. During the meeting, guests asked a series of questions about entrepreneurship, environmental issues, and cooperation with local businesses. The meeting proceeded in a very pleasant atmosphere, and the participants declared that they would promote the Tymbark municipality in their countries.
🍎🍐🍇 We had an incredible experience visiting the Pawlowski Fruit Press as part of the Ugly Fruits NOT project! 🌟 Their unique juices and preservative-free products are not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. 🥤✨ Ms. Ilonka graciously showed us around the factory, shared insights into their production process, and treated us to a delightful tasting session. 🍏🍇 We were all impressed by the exceptional quality of their products and highly recommend giving them a try! 🌱👍 #PawlowskiFruitPress #UglyFruitsNOT #HealthyChoices 🥤🌟
Dive into the latest updates, project highlights, and upcoming events from the UglyFruitsNot project. 🍏🌱 Stay informed and inspired as we continue our journey towards sustainable consumption and food waste reduction! ♻️🌍 Check your inbox now! #Newsletter #UglyFruitsNot #SustainableFuture 📧🌟
All our partners are en route to Krakow right now for an important project meeting! 🌟 Stay tuned for updates as we gather to discuss the latest developments and plan our next steps for the UglyFruitsNot project. 🍏🌱 #ProjectMeeting #UglyFruitsNot #CollaborationInProgress 🤝🌍
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Fruits and vegetables in Bulgaria often travel a long way from abroad before reaching our plates! 🌍 According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture, imports of fresh produce have been steadily increasing. 📈 In just eight months this year, Bulgaria imported nearly 202.5 thousand tons of vegetables and almost 255 thousand tons of fresh fruit. 🍎🥔 From tomatoes to cucumbers, the quantities are significant, with Turkey and Greece being major suppliers. 🇹🇷🇬🇷 Despite the distances traveled, these imports play a vital role in meeting consumer demand and ensuring a diverse selection of produce year-round. 🌱🌟 #ImportedProduce #FoodSupplyChain #Bulgaria #FreshProduce 🍉🍏
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🌟 Wishing you a year filled with prosperity, growth, and plenty of opportunities to make a difference. 🌱 Let’s continue our journey towards sustainability and positive change in 2023! 🌍✨ #HappyNewYear #NewBeginnings #SustainableFuture 🎉🍏
🎄✨ Wishing you a Merry Christmas from the UglyFruitsNot project team! 🎅🎁 May your holiday season be filled with laughter, love, and delicious, sustainable treats! 🌟 Let’s continue to spread awareness and make a positive impact on our planet. 🌍🍏 #UglyFruitsNot #MerryChristmas #SustainableSeason 🎄🌟
