Depending on the season, you can keep fruit fresh in the crisper drawer for some time. But if you're buying fruit that's already past its prime, and in big quantities to boot, you're not doing yourself any favors.
Delicate fruits like stone fruit and berries are best bought in smaller quantities and locally, if possible. The further fruit has to travel to reach your store, the more time there is for damage.
This story was originally published on September 15, 2021, and most recently updated on April 5, 2024.