Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
The following are vegetables to store in the refrigerator unwashed
and to use as soon as possible:
Asparagus
Broccoli
Greens-collards, spinach, salad greens, lettuce, kale, Swiss chard
Peas
Here are vegetables to store in a cool and damp area:
Beets
Brussels sprouts
Carrots
Peppers
Store these vegetables in a cool and dry area:
Garlic
Onions
You will need to have a proper storage space for the types of
vegetables you want to store. If you are storing for resale, proper
coolers that regulate temperature and humidity will be needed.
However, for the home gardener this equipment is very costly and
not necessary. If you are lucky enough to have an existing root cel-
lar, it is a great place to store produce as it is usually cool, dry, and
dark. A cool, dry area in your basement or a pantry will work just as
well.
Which Veggies Can I Freeze?
Freezing your vegetables to use during the winter months is a great
way to eat healthy all year long and to save money. If there is a cer-
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