Store in the Right Temperature: Keep leafy greens in the refrigerator, while root vegetables like potatoes and onions should be stored in a cool, dry place.

Store in the Right Temperature: Keep leafy greens in the refrigerator, while root vegetables like potatoes and onions should be stored in a cool, dry place.  

Use Airtight Containers: Store chopped or leftover vegetables in airtight containers to prevent moisture loss and spoilage.

Use Airtight Containers: Store chopped or leftover vegetables in airtight containers to prevent moisture loss and spoilage.  

Wrap in Paper or Cloth: Wrap leafy greens and herbs in a damp cloth or paper towel to retain freshness.

Wrap in Paper or Cloth: Wrap leafy greens and herbs in a damp cloth or paper towel to retain freshness.  

Avoid Washing Before Storage: Wash vegetables only before use to prevent excess moisture, which can lead to rotting.

Avoid Washing Before Storage: Wash vegetables only before use to prevent excess moisture, which can lead to rotting.  

Separate Fruits and Vegetables: Store ethylene-producing fruits like bananas and apples separately from vegetables to avoid premature ripening.

Separate Fruits and Vegetables: Store ethylene-producing fruits like bananas and apples separately from vegetables to avoid premature ripening.  

Use Perforated Bags: Store vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and cucumbers in perforated plastic or mesh bags for better airflow.

Use Perforated Bags: Store vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and cucumbers in perforated plastic or mesh bags for better airflow.  

Freeze for Long-Term Storage: Blanch and freeze vegetables like peas, beans, and spinach to keep them fresh for months.

Freeze for Long-Term Storage: Blanch and freeze vegetables like peas, beans, and spinach to keep them fresh for months.  

Keep Herbs Fresh in Water: Store fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley in a glass of water, just like flowers, to maintain their freshness.

Keep Herbs Fresh in Water: Store fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley in a glass of water, just like flowers, to maintain their freshness.  

Check Regularly: Remove spoiled vegetables to prevent them from affecting others in storage.

Check Regularly: Remove spoiled vegetables to prevent them from affecting others in storage.  

Use Root Cellar Techniques: If possible, store root vegetables like potatoes and garlic in a dark, well-ventilated space for longer shelf life.

Use Root Cellar Techniques: If possible, store root vegetables like potatoes and garlic in a dark, well-ventilated space for longer shelf life.

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