Could furniture giant IKEA become a global leader in cutting food waste?

Michael Holder
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With meatballs, hotdogs and pasties now a key part of the IKEA shopping experience, the furniture giant is seeking to become a world leader in tackling food waste

Flat-packed minimalism and petty arguments between couples: traditionally, many people probably associate a trip to IKEA with buying furniture on a quiet weekend. But over in corporate circles, the...

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