• Flying Squid@lemmy.world
    link
    fedilink
    arrow-up
    7
    arrow-down
    4
    ·
    8 months ago

    Sure, but vegetables that only last a day or two has also never really been a thing for most vegetables we eat. Is there any Western country where people have to buy fresh vegetables every day?

    • GiddyGap@lemm.ee
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      8
      arrow-down
      1
      ·
      8 months ago

      Yes, in most of Europe. The fruit is also smaller because it’s mostly untreated. But it also tastes better.

      • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        5
        arrow-down
        9
        ·
        edit-2
        8 months ago

        Really? People have to buy fresh vegetables and fruit every single day in Europe?

        I don’t believe you. Especially since I’ve been there. Also, I know how plants and agriculture work.

        Seriously, have none of you ever grown your own vegetables?

    • johan@feddit.nl
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      7
      ·
      8 months ago

      I live in the Netherlands and I buy fresh produce four or five times a week. Freshness wise it depends on the fruit or vegetable. I wouldn’t say most things only last two days but it’s not like it’s gonna last ages, especially after it’s been opened/started.