Food Waste Prevention Week: Spring & Summer Produce Storage Guide

April 10-16 is Food Waste Prevention Week! Did you know that nearly 40% of the food produced in the United States is never eaten? Or that 3 million tons of wasted food go to landfills each year?

Luckily, there are many ways individuals can work to reduce food waste at home. One of the easiest ways is to learn how to properly store fresh produce! From dainty herbs and soft berries to long-term storage crops like potatoes, onions, and apples, learn how long to store each produce item, the best way to store it, and how to use it up when it’s past its prime.

Want a version of this you can stick to your fridge for easy reference? Tap the button at the end of this article to access the PDF to download and print this helpful guide!

Thanks to savethefood.com for putting together this awesome food-waste-busting resource! Make sure to check out their website fora wealth of resources to help you reduce your food waste and carbon footprint, and save money while you’re at it.