Apricots, bananas, cantaloupe, kiwi, nectarines, peaches, pears, plantains, plums and tomatoes continue to ripen after being picked. Ripen fruit at room temperature. Once they are ripe, refrigerate.
Apples, cherries, grapefruit, grapes, oranges, pineapples, strawberries, tangerines and watermelon are received ripe and should be refrigerated.
How to ripen fresh fruit
| Ripen at room temperature | Refrigerate upon receiving |
|---|---|
| Apricots | Applies |
| Bananas | Cherries |
| Cantaloupe | Grapefruit |
| Kiwi | Grapes |
| Nectarines | Oranges |
| Peaches | Pineapple |
| Pears | Strawberries |
| Plums | Tangerines |
| Tomatoes | Watermelon |
Reviewed in 2021