Method for storing fresh fruits and vegetables

Abstract

The invention is a method that uses a separator that is transferable, washable, and fits into containers of various sizes, to enhance storing fruits and vegetables in a container, prolonging the freshness of the stored fruits and vegetables. By placing the fruits or vegetables on a separator in a container, spoilage in the fruits and vegetables is reduced by minimizing contact of the fruits and vegetables with water in bottom of container. Furthermore, humidity is maintained in container, such as by covering the container, retaining the humidity and moisture in the fruits and vegetables so that the fruits or vegetable stay crisp and fresh. The separator comprises a base having a plurality of cleats projecting above and below the base to support a fresh fruit or vegetable within a container. The projecting cleats prevent the fruit or vegetable from coming in contact with water which may be present in the container thereby reducing spoilage. The base and cleats are preferably comprised of an elastomeric material to allow the base and the cleats to deform under the weight of a fruit or vegetable to allow the spreading of the load to additional cleats, thereby reducing the likelihood of puncturing of the fruit or vegetable by the cleats.

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