If a farmer's cooperative achieves a 50% reduction in post-harvest food losses, which strategy would most effectively contribute to both food security and climate action?

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A Increasing intermediaries in the supply chain to ensure faster distribution.
B Using heavy synthetic chemical preservatives to extend shelf life.
C Implementing optimized, temperature-controlled supply chains using renewable energy.
D Expanding farm sizes to produce more crops to offset the lost food.

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Answer: C. Implementing optimized, temperature-controlled supply chains using renewable energy.

Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Reducing food waste is a primary climate solution; keeping food fresh through sustainable, renewable-powered cold storage prevents methane emissions in landfills without adding new carbon costs.

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If a farmer's cooperative achieves a 50% reduction in post-harvest food losses, which strategy would most effectively contribute to both food security and climate action?

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