1. Introduction
  1.1 Background
  1.2 Research Objectives
  1.3 Significance of the Study

2. Literature Review
  2.1 Definition and Measurement of Food Waste
  2.2 Causes and Drivers of Food Waste
  2.3 Economic Implications of Food Waste
  2.4 Linkages between Food Waste and Food Security

3. Economic Analysis of Food Waste
  3.1 Economic Costs of Food Waste
  3.2 Losses in Agricultural Production and Post-Harvest Handling
  3.3 Food Waste in Processing, Distribution, and Retail
  3.4 Consumer Behavior and Food Waste
  3.5 Economic Impacts on Food Prices and Affordability

4. Food Waste and Food Security
  4.1 Food Availability and Access
  4.2 Food Affordability and Affordability
  4.3 Nutritional Implications of Food Waste
  4.4 Food Waste and Sustainable Development Goals

5. Strategies to Reduce Food Waste
  5.1 Policy Interventions and Regulatory Measures
  5.2 Technological Innovations and Supply Chain Management
  5.3 Consumer Education and Behavioral Change
  5.4 Collaboration and Partnerships

6. Case Studies and Best Practices
  6.1 Successful Initiatives in Food Waste Reduction
  6.2 Lessons Learned and Transferability of Strategies
  6.3 Economic Evaluation of Food Waste Reduction Programs

7. Conclusion
  7.1 Summary of Findings
  7.2 Policy Recommendations
  7.3 Future Research Directions