The paper analyzes German students’ interest, perceived importance, knowledge, and behavior regarding food waste. This target group was expected to differ from the general population in terms of food consumption (shopping, cooking, and storage of food) and increased food waste due to their lifestyle. An online survey resulted in 253 participants enrolled in different study programs. Of the sample, 64% studied in life science programs, which were anticipated to have an impact on students’ behavior regarding food. Linear regression models were used to determine the importance of food waste avoidance to students, and their frequency of food disposal. In addition, students were asked about reasons for food waste and assessed statements for each consumption phase. High positive impacts were found for students’ general interest in food waste topics. They attested themselves sensible handling of food products, and rated themselves better than the average German consumer in all surveyed statements. For the target group of university students, detailed knowledge of food waste issues showed little influence on reported behaviors. In conclusion, awareness campaigns, while useful, should not be the only way to target a reduction in food waste, but have to be supplemented by other means.

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浪费：德国大学生对食物浪费的知识，行为和自我评估

本文分析了德国学生对食物浪费的兴趣，感知的重要性，知识和行为。预期该目标人群在食物消费（购物，烹饪和食物存储）和因其生活方式而导致的食物浪费增加方面不同于一般人群。通过在线调查，共有253名参与者参加了不同的学习计划。在样本中，有64％的人在生命科学课程中进行了研究，预计这会对学生的饮食行为产生影响。线性回归模型用于确定避免食物浪费对学生的重要性及其食物处理的频率。此外，还询问学生食物浪费的原因以及每个消费阶段的评估陈述。研究发现，对于学生对食物垃圾主题的总体兴趣有很高的积极影响。他们证明自己对食品的合理处理，并且在所有接受调查的声明中都给自己打分，比德国普通消费者还好。对于目标学生群体，对食物浪费问题的详细了解对举报的行为影响很小。总之，提高认识运动虽然有用，但不应成为减少食物浪费的唯一途径，而必须以其他手段加以补充。