Introduction

If you’re like me, you might feel like fruit and vegetable prices are constantly on the rise. And while they’ve certainly been increasing over time—no doubt due to climate change and other factors—there are still plenty of ways to keep your food fresh and delicious until you’re ready to put it in a recipe or eat it by itself. Here are my best tips for storing different types of produce:

Although the price of fruits and vegetables continues to rise, there are still plenty of ways to keep your food fresh and delicious. Whether you buy in bulk at the beginning of the week or purchase smaller portions throughout the week, read on for tips on how to make them last.

Although the price of fruits and vegetables continues to rise, there are still plenty of ways to keep your food fresh and delicious. Whether you buy in bulk at the beginning of the week or purchase smaller portions throughout the week, read on for tips on how to make them last longer.

The best way to store fruits and vegetables is in the fridge. This helps prevent spoilage from occurring due to excess moisture or heat exposure. Fruits with a lot of water content are likely to spoil faster than other items, so be sure not to overstock your crisper drawer with apples (or anything else juicy). You can also store some produce in a cool dry place like a cupboard if you don’t have room in your refrigerator; just make sure they’re not exposed directly under bright lights or near any vents where warm air will blow up onto them!

Potatoes

Storing potatoes is similar to storing onions, so you’ll want to keep them away from the same places. Potatoes should be kept in a cool, dark place with no light or moisture. Make sure they’re not stored near apples and pears, which give off ethylene gas that can cause your potatoes to sprout. Also avoid storing them with tomatoes and bananas, as they’re more prone to fungal diseases than other fruits (meaning rotting). If you have any questions about how to store particular vegetables or fruits at home, feel free to ask us on Twitter!

Mushrooms

• Store mushrooms in a paper bag. Mushrooms are an exception to the rule: they’re better kept in a paper bag than any other container. The reason is that they release moisture, which can cause them to rot faster when stored in plastic or metal containers.
• Store mushrooms in the fridge or freezer. If you don’t have enough room in your fridge, you can also store mushrooms outside of it as long as they’re properly sealed (in a plastic bag). This will slow down their spoilage process but not stop it completely; still, it will keep them fresh for longer than if you didn’t do this at all—and that’s better than having them go bad before you use them!

Onions

Onions are best kept in a cool, dry place. You can store them in a mesh bag or basket. Onions should not be kept near apples or potatoes because they will each emit gases that will speed up the ripening process and cause your onions to spoil more quickly.

Onions also do not like light, so it is best to keep them away from windows or other sources of light during storage. Another thing to avoid storing your onions near is heat sources like ovens and stoves as this can cause them to spoil faster than usual due to their high moisture content which makes it easy for bacteria growth within them (this only applies if you have an open bag; if you have sealed bags then there should be no issue).

Broccoli

Broccoli:

Store in a plastic bag in the fridge for up to seven days. If you have a lot of broccoli, wrap the stems in a damp paper towel and store them in the fridge for up to three days. For even longer storage, place your broccoli in a plastic bag and place it in the crisper drawer for up to one week (or more).

Berries

Berries can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. To prolong their life, store them in a single layer on baking sheets or plates and keep them in a cool (40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit), dry place. Avoid keeping berries near other produce whose ethylene gas can cause your berries to spoil faster.

To prepare for cooking or eating fresh berries, wash them thoroughly before eating or removing the stems. You can do this by placing your berries in a colander under running water or you can use a small bowl with water poured over top of it and gently turn the fruit as you rinse off any dirt on its surface. Do not soak your berries; instead, pat dry with paper towels after washing them thoroughly under running water. Once they’re cleaned, leave them out on your countertop until they are fully dried before storing—this helps keep mold from forming on their surfaces because it prevents moisture from building up inside their skin during storage.*

In fact, most fruits and vegetables are best stored unwashed at room temperature until you eat them. This lets them ripen slowly and naturally, so they’ll taste better when they’re ready to eat.

In fact, most fruits and vegetables are best stored unwashed at room temperature until you eat them. This lets them ripen slowly and naturally, so they’ll taste better when they’re ready to eat.

Examples of fruits and vegetables that benefit from this method include:

• Apples
• Avocados
• Bananas
• Bell peppers (green, red, yellow)

Conclusion

In conclusion, store your fruits and vegetables the right way by following these tips.