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How do I harvest and store vegetables from my garden?

Overview

To get the most from your vegetables, harvest them when they are at the best stage for eating and store them under conditions that will keep them as close to garden-fresh as possible. Vegetables will be crsiper and cooler when harvested in the early morning.

Please see detailed information in links, below.

Associated Links

Produce Facts - University of California
Food Safety in Your Home Vegetable Garden & Seguridad alimentaria en su huerto familiar

Publications

Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for Better Taste (pdf) - University of California
Vegetable Gardening at a Glance: How to Plant and Store (pdf) - University of California

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