‘Ugly produce’ trend may have limits, as grocers end tests

(Charlie Neibergall | AP Photo) In this Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, photo, Brian Tice, of Urbandale, Iowa, looks at the imperfect produce display at the Hy-Vee grocery store in Urbandale, Iowa. “I like the cost savings and it is good to help and not throw so much away,” said Tice, who bought a pack of small oranges. Urbandale, Iowa • Is the "ugly produce'" trend already reaching the end of its shelf life in supermarkets?

Walmart and Whole Foods in recent years tried selling some blemished fruits and vegetables at a discount, produce they said might otherwise be trashed because it's not quite the right size, shape or color. But the two chains and others quietly ended their tests, suggesting dented…