Lesson #197

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Natural spray promises to extend life of fruits and vegetables

A split-open half of an avocado with the nut still in place
October 10, 2019:

A new product from the startup Apeel Sciences aims to extend the shelf-life of avocados and other fruits and vegetables. The product is a natural spray that strengthens the existing skin on produce, helping to keep moisture in and oxygen out. Other food tech is designed to help reduce food waste, much of which comes before grown food even makes it to the marketplace. Plus, learn the English phrase "to go bad."

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