The CEO of Grüne Fee, a major Estonian food supplier, warns that upcoming EU regulations on plastic packaging could drastically reduce the variety of fruits and vegetables available to consumers. The regulations, aimed at reducing plastic waste, may effectively ban the individually wrapping of produce. This practice, while contributing to plastic pollution, currently extends the shelf life of many items and prevents damage during transport. Without plastic wrap, the CEO argues, shorter shelf lives and increased spoilage will render certain fruits and vegetables commercially unviable for supermarkets. This could lead to consumers having fewer options and potentially higher prices for the remaining produce. The company fears that aesthetically imperfect, but perfectly edible, items will also be more likely to be discarded. The issue highlights a potential unintended consequence of environmental regulations on food availability.