# Turkish school nutrition and food waste initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-school-nutrition-and-food-waste-initiatives > Updated: 2026-10-02T08:46:28.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Turkey has introduced new initiatives in schools focused on nutrition and sustainable consumption. In September 2026, the government launched the ‘School Food Logo’ program, a collaborative effort between the Ministries of Agriculture and Forestry, National Education, and Health, alongside the Turkish Kidney Foundation. This initiative requires packaged foods in school canteens and cafeterias to display a specific logo if they meet nutritional standards regarding sugar, fat, and salt content. At the start of the program, 675 products qualified for the label. Following this, in October 2026, agricultural directorates expanded school-based programs to include food waste awareness. Educational sessions were conducted in regions such as Konya and Balıkesir, where experts provided instruction on proper portioning, expiration dates, and the environmental impact of food loss. These programs aim to promote conscious consumption and sustainable habits among students. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-02: Turkey launches school food waste awareness programs Turkish agricultural directorates in Konya and Balıkesir are conducting school awareness programs to teach students about food waste prevention and the conservation of resources used in food production. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-launches-school-food-waste-awareness-programs ### 2026-09-09: Turkey to implement School Food Logo in canteens Turkey is introducing a ‘School Food Logo’ for 675 products in school canteens to ensure healthier nutritional standards for students regarding sugar, salt, and fat content. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-to-implement-school-food-logo-in-canteens --- Cite as: Turkish school nutrition and food waste initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-school-nutrition-and-food-waste-initiatives