Sunscreen for fruits, veggies? Farmers try it

Warming, drought will make heat stress ‘bigger issue,’ expert says

FRESNO, Calif. – Sunscreen for fruits and vegetables is being tested in Australia and Chile, and now California farmers are checking it out courtesy of a local vendor.

Just like people damage their skin in the sun, produce can also get nasty burns. That’s why farmers are increasingly applying sunscreen to their crops to prevent skin blistering, heat stress and blemishes.