How to Keep Your Nature Fresh Farms® Organic Strawberries Fresh Longer

The sweet, juicy flavor of a perfectly ripe strawberry is hard to beat. With a few simple tips, you can extend the freshness of your Nature Fresh Farms organic, Non-GMO Project Verified strawberries and enjoy every berry at its best.

Start with the Freshest Strawberries
Our strawberriesOrganic Strawberries are naturally greenhouse grown using innovative farming methods that allow us to carefully manage light, temperature, water, humidity, and nutrients – for perfect ripeness, flavor, and firmness. Starting with high-quality berries is the first step toward freshness you can count on.

“Look for berries with bright red coloring that extends as far up the berry as possible,” says Matt Quiring, SVP, Brand, Products, and Marketing, Nature Fresh Farms. “This indicates that the berries are ripe. You should also check for healthy green leaves, which suggest proper nutrient levels in the plant, resulting in more flavorful berries.”

Keep Them Dry Until You’re Ready to Eat
Moisture speeds up spoilage and encourages mold.

• Don’t wash strawberries right away.
• Only rinse the berries you plan to eat, under cool water, right before enjoying them.

Optional: Gentle Vinegar Bath
For extra freshness, try a quick vinegar rinse:

1. Mix 1-part white vinegar to 3-parts water in a bowl.
2. Submerge unwashed strawberries for a few minutes and swirl gently.
3. Drain and dry completely before storing.

Dry Thoroughly
Whether you rinse them under cool water or use a vinegar bath, drying is key:

• Spread strawberries on a paper towel or clean cloth in a single layer.
• Let them air dry or gently pat them dry.

Any leftover moisture can speed up spoilage.

Store Properly
Place strawberries in an airtight container lined with a paper towel.

• Keep them in a single layer or with minimal stacking.
• Store in the coldest part of the fridge, usually the crisper drawer.

This setup absorbs excess moisture, prevents bruising, and slows ripening.

Freeze for Long-Term Enjoyment
If you have more berries than you can eat:

1. Wash, dry, and remove the green caps.
2. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
3. Transfer to an airtight freezer bag or container.

Frozen strawberries are perfect for smoothies, sauces, or baking, and this method keeps them from sticking together.

We Called Them Little Obsessions for a Reason
With these simple tips, your Nature Fresh Farms strawberries will stay fresh longer.

Sweet, organic, and greenhouse-grown to be exactly this good — Nature Fresh Farms Little Obsessions strawberries have a way of turning “just a few” into “where did they all go.”

Find them at your local grocery store. Stock up accordingly.