How to Organize Vegetable Bins

Organize vegetable bins to keep food fresher longer.

Keeping your vegetable bins organized is vital to the preservation and freshness of the vegetables that you will be feeding to your family. When it comes to storing vegetables it isn't just easy access that counts. Understand the science behind where and how vegetables should be stored. Learn how to organize vegetables bins to feed the freshest foods to your family.

Things You'll Need

• Thermometer/humidity gauge
• Plastic vegetable storage bags

Instructions

1. Set the temperature inside your refrigerator to between 34 degrees and 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Consult a vegetable storage chart like the one provided on North Dakota State University website (see Resources) to determine the best temperature and moisture level for the vegetables you need to store.

3. Set the temperature of the crisper drawers (if you have them) in your refrigerator to meet the needs of the vegetables you need to store.

4. Test various areas of your refrigerator, including inside your crisper drawers, using a thermometer/humidity gauge, to be sure they are set to the right temperature and humidity level.

5. Store your vegetables in the area of your refrigerator that is set to the proper temperature and humidity level for that particular vegetable.

6. Use plastic vegetable storage bags to store vegetables that emit odor or gasses that would interfere with the freshness of the other vegetables you are storing.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your refrigerator crisper drawers at least 2/3 full for maximum efficiency.

References

• Vegetable Expert: Refrigeration Tips: Keeping Vegetables Fresh

Resources

• North Dakota State University: Food Storage Guide