Matt Hewitt from Wonky Veg Boxes tells BBC Essex that 30-40% of fruit and veg is lost because of "aesthetic requirements". It comes as research shows that 50 million tonnes of "wonky" fruit and vegetables across Europe are thrown away every year.

Wonky Veg Boxes is taking a little summer break between 29th July and 4th of August. All deliveries have been skipped and emails have been sent out confirming your next delivery day. Thank you for your support! ift.tt/2YjPndD

Wonky Veg Boxes today's speciality #LeekandPotatoSoup 😋 #nowaste #wonkyveg

New Product!!! We have recently launched our Basics Bag which contains potatoes, Onions & Carrots. This can be purchased at wonkyvegboxes.co.uk #Foodwaste #Leicester #Solihull #Coventry

We are now delivering fresh fruit and veg to your door in Solihull. You can get 20% off your first order using discount code Welcomesolihull20 #solihull 🍊🍏🥕🍅

Oh my oats! Look whats new to Wonky! 🍞 A rustic loaf is made with wholemeal flour, has a crusty outer and a denser texture with oats on top. Simple! Available in both small and large. Available to order from wonkyvegboxes.co.uk 👈 #Solihull #Coventry #Leicester

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Oo thanks Wonky Veg Boxes we love a bit of grapefruit!

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Veg of the week! Sprout tops! 🌱 These normally go to waste but here at Wonky Veg Boxes, we rescue fresh and delicious veg! #springgreens #vegoftheweek #rescueunwantedfood #rescueveg #freshfromthefarm #veganlove #leicestervegan #coventryvegan #vegetarianuk #plantbased

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We've had some lovely summer salad items recently #wonky #ClimateReport #foodwaste #leicester #Birmingham #Summer

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We’ve expanded our delivery zone and got even bigger and better! Not on the map? Drop us a DM and we will see what we can do! #delivery #SmallBusiness #wonkyveg #sustainable #vegan #ClimateCrisis

Arrived home to my first ever Wonky Veg Boxes delivery earlier. The toddler is delighted - it all looks amazing. It won’t be our last order. Thank you!