Querfeld
Querfeld GmbH has been passionately committed to combating food waste since 2016. The company rescues organic fruits and vegetables with optical defects and supplies large kitchens. With a strong network and sustainable goals, Querfeld promotes a fair food supply for all.
Querfeld: Sustainable Food Supply through the Rescue of Organic Fruits and Vegetables
editAbout Us
editQuerfeld is a company that has been passionately and committedly fighting against food waste since 2016. Founded by a team of visionary entrepreneurs, Querfeld has made it its mission to create the most sustainable way for online grocery shopping.
Key Products and Services
editQuerfeld specializes in the marketing and delivery of organic fruits and vegetables that would otherwise be sorted out due to their visual imperfections. These products, often referred to as "ugly" fruits and vegetables, are just as delicious and healthy as their conventional counterparts. The company primarily supplies large kitchens and catering businesses to ensure that this food is not wasted.
Main Mission and Values
editQuerfeld's mission is to create a fair and sustainable food supply for all. The company is committed to the idea that quality and freshness have nothing to do with appearance. Through close cooperation with organic producers and a nationwide logistics network, it is ensured that tons of food are rescued and efficiently distributed each week.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editA central sustainability goal of Querfeld is the reduction of food waste. In Germany, about 11 million tons of edible food are wasted each year, mainly due to visual imperfections. Querfeld has already rescued over 2.02 million kilos of organic fruits and vegetables and delivers around 10 tons weekly to over 100 large kitchens. Through these efforts, not only is food waste reduced, but valuable resources are also saved.
The company also promotes awareness of food waste through regular media presence and the provision of free marketing materials and Food Safe Reports that communicate the success of collaborations with customers.
Current Developments and Partnerships
editQuerfeld has continuously professionalized its work and built a strong partnership with organic producers and logistics partners. During the Corona crisis, the company had to adjust its strategy and is now fully focused on supplying kitchens. The close collaboration with communication experts from LAUTHALS has helped the concept of "ugly fruits" grow into a successful company like Querfeld.
With a dedicated team and a strong network, Querfeld is implementing its vision of a sustainable food culture and making a significant contribution to reducing food waste.