I Know I Am Ugly, but Please Listen to My Story First: An Examination of How Storytelling Can Impact Consumers' Valuation of Unattractive Produce
Chu‐Yen Pai,
Kai‐Yi Young,
Luke Ingalls Liska
et al.
Abstract:In a world where food insecurity and food waste paradoxically coexist, the rejection of aesthetically imperfect yet edible produce significantly contributes to food waste. This study examines the application of compelling storytelling to alter consumer perceptions and behaviors toward unattractive produce, a perspective largely overlooked in sustainability research. We address this gap by exploring how storytelling can mitigate cognitive biases against such produce, thereby enhancing consumer acceptance throug… Show more
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