Storage tip keeps bananas firm and ripe for more than two weeks

1. Store bananas at room temperature for extended firmness and ripeness.

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2. Avoid direct sunlight to maintain banana quality.

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3. Separating bananas at the stem helps prevent faster ripening.

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4. Placing plastic wrap on banana bunch stems delays overripening.

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5. Isolate ripe bananas from unripe ones to control ripening process.

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6. Refrigeration can turn banana peels brown, but fruit inside stays good.

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7. Hang bananas on hooks to minimize pressure points and bruising.

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8. Follow these tips for over two weeks of fresh, enjoyable bananas.

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