What Does Ugly Produce’s Newfound Popularity Mean for Food Banks?

by Avery J.C. Kleinman

A Hungry Harvest produce delivery (Photo: Darrow Montgomery)

Food banks rely on imperfect fruits and vegetables to feed those in need, but what happens when more for-profit companies want to cash in on ugly produce?

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