Here’s How To Pick Ripe Fruit Correctly

Here’s how to pick the right fruit (freepik)

FRUIT that is ripe certainly wants to be picked so you can enjoy the results. However, there is a different way to pick fruit.

Picking ripe fruit correctly is important so that the fruit remains fresh and its quality is maintained.

Here’s How To Pick Ripe Fruit

1. Recognize Signs of Maturity

• Color: Ripe fruit usually has a brighter color or matches its characteristics, such as red in apples or yellow in bananas.
• Aroma: Ripe fruit gives off a stronger and sweeter aroma.
• Texture: Ripe fruit is often softer to the touch, but remains firm. Press the outside slightly to feel the softness without breaking the fruit.

2. Use the Right Technique

• Pick by hand: Hold the fruit gently and rotate it slightly. If the fruit is ripe, it will easily come off the stalk without having to pull too hard.
• Use tools: If the fruit is difficult to reach, use a fruit picking tool such as a picking basket attached to the end of a long stick.

3. Picking Time

• Morning: Picking fruit in the morning is often better because the temperature is still cool, so the fruit does not wilt easily.
• Avoid picking when wet: Do not pick fruit after rain or when it is dewy, because wet fruit is susceptible to rot.

4. Treat Fruit Gently

After picking, place the fruit in a soft container that is not stacked too much. This is to prevent the fruit from bruising which can speed up the rotting process.

5. Store it Right

Immediately store the fruit in a cool place or according to the type of fruit to keep it fresh longer.

By following these steps, the quality and freshness of the picked fruit will be maintained until it is ready to consume. (Z-12)