It shouldn't be a surprise that our obsession with pretty things extends all the way to produce. Bruised but still edible watermelons, twisted carrots, conjoined mushrooms and non-triangular strawberries often languish in warehouses as surplus while their more handsome counterparts are found on the shelves of your local supermarket. In fact, The Guardian has estimated that over half of U.S. produce is thrown away due to a need for perfect-looking produce.
Some companies have stepped in to change the system, positing new ways to save the surplus, but it turns out that where all those ugly vegetables and fruits are going is a matter of national contention.
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