"Out of Spec" Becomes Value. Hokkaido's New Standard for Vegetables.
NQ Score
50/100
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Utilizing "out of spec" vegetables to reduce food loss and create new value.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is "April Dream"?
- A: "April Dream" is a project by PR TIMES where companies share their future aspirations on April 1st.
- Q: What are "out of spec" vegetables?
- A: These are vegetables that are not sold in markets due to slight differences in shape, irregular sizes, etc. They have no issues with taste or nutritional value.
- Q: How does Blue Blossom utilize "out of spec" vegetables?
- A: We primarily process them into baked goods such as pound cakes and rusks for sale. These are handmade products that highlight the natural flavors of the ingredients.
- Q: How do you contribute to reducing food loss?
- A: By effectively utilizing "out of spec" vegetables that would otherwise be discarded, we contribute to reducing food waste.
- Q: What kind of partnerships are you seeking?
- A: We are seeking collaborations with farmers interested in utilizing "out of spec" vegetables, companies willing to partner in product development and sales, and educational institutions interested in education and community activities.