Safe Storage of Fresh Produce
Enjoy this handy guide from NOCO Virtual Farmer’s Market on produce care and storage:
Countertop Storage
| Apples (less than 7 days) | Peppers |
| Basil | Persimmons |
| Cucumbers | Potatoes |
| Dry Onions | Pumpkins |
| Eggplant | Sweet Potatoes |
| Garlic | Tomatoes |
| Ginger | Watermelon |
| Muskmelons | Winter Squash |
Ripen On Counter Then Refrigerate
| Nectarines | Pears |
| Peaches | Plums |
Refrigerator Storage
| Apples (+7 days) | Carrots | Leeks |
| Apricots | Cauliflower | Lettuce |
| Artichokes | Celery | Lima Beans |
| Asian Pears | Cherries | Mushrooms |
| Asparagus | Cut Veggies & Fruit | Peas |
| Beets | Figs | Radishes |
| Blackberries | Grapes | Raspberries |
| Blueberries | Green Beans | Spinach |
| Broccoli | Green Onions | Strawberries |
| Brussels Sprouts | Herbs (not basil) | Summer Squash |
| Cabbage | Leafy Greens | Sweet Corn |
Tips for Safe Handling Fresh Produce
- Wash all produce whole before consumption, under cool running water.
- Do not soak or submerge produce.
- Properly clean all work areas, tools, and wash your hands when preparing produce for consumption.
- Produce with a firm exterior should be scrubbed with clean hands or a clean brush under running water.
- Dry clean produce with a single use towel.
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