The Self-Perception Connection: Why Consumers Devalue Unattractive Produce

Overview of attention for article published in Journal of Marketing, December 2018

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Americans are stressed about grocery prices, so why do they toss or overlook so much ‘misfit’ food?

Washington Post, 15 Oct 2026

Quality, rather than discounts or environmental benefits, is what’s needed to encourage shoppers to consider odd-shaped produce.

News story from The Independent on Wednesday 14 October 2026

The Independent, 14 Oct 2026

Americans are stressed about grocery prices, so why do they toss or overlook so much 'misfit' food?

Phys.org, 13 Oct 2026

There's a paradox that drives the shopping decisions of many Americans: Almost three-quarters say they're feeling stressed out…

Americans Are Stressed About Grocery Prices, So Why Do They Toss or Overlook So Much ‘Misfit’ Food?

Morning Ag Clips, 13 Oct 2026

ALBANY (THE CONVERSATION) — There’s a paradox that drives the shopping decisions of many Americans: Almost three-quarters say…

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