Ugly Produce

Garda Pangan Foundation Communications Team

Aug 27, 2026


Tips for reducing food waste
Ugly Produce

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[UGLY PRODUCE 🍊]

ARE ALL FARM PRODUCTS NATURALLY PERFECT-LOOKING?? MYTH! ⛔️

Did you know? 🧐 The fruits and vegetables displayed beautifully on supermarket shelves have already been sorted! In reality, freshly harvested produce comes in all shapes and sizes—not all of it is perfectly smooth or flawless.

This ugly produce often ends up as food loss or is left behind in the fields. Because consumers tend to prefer fruits and vegetables that look perfect, imperfect produce may not sell, resulting in it being left unharvested and going to waste.