In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture believes that around 19% of the fruit supply in the U.S. is wasted by consumers. As frustrating (and wasteful) as spoilage can be, it's a natural ...

STRAWBERRIES are one of the nation’s best-loved fruits – especially in summer. Whether added to cereal, blended into ...

Lemons are a staple in many kitchens, but if you're storing them incorrectly, they can go off fairly quickly. Here's how to ...

invisible barrier that can delay spoilage by slowing water loss and oxidation. Source: Apeel Sciences This story appears in the November 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine. Every fruit and ...

Once ripe, you have a narrow window of time, generally a few days, before the fruit starts to spoil. You may wonder how to determine when an avocado is rotten and no longer good to eat.