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@article{200238,
        author = {Jayalakshmi .M and Dr.Sangeetha Radhakrishnan},
        title = {Smart Food Waste Management System},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {443-446},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=200238},
        abstract = {Food waste is a significant global issue, particularly in hotels, restaurants, and large-scale events, where large quantities of edible food are often discarded. At the same time, many underprivileged people suffer from hunger due to the lack of an efficient food distribution system. The Smart Food Waste Management System is designed to address this problem by creating a digital platform that connects food donors with NGOs and charitable organizations.
The system enables donors to update surplus food availability in real time, including details such as quantity, location, and expiry time. Registered NGOs receive instant notifications and can send pickup requests through the platform. An admin module is included to manage users, monitor activities, and approve requests, ensuring transparency and accountability in the process. Developed using Python, Flask, and MySQL, the system provides a lightweight, efficient, and user-friendly web-based solution. By improving communication and coordination between donors and receivers, the proposed system helps reduce food wastage and ensures timely distribution of surplus food to those in need.},
        keywords = {Food waste management, Donation system, NGO, Tracking system, Flask, MySQL, Web application},
        month = {May},
        }