Keeping your vegetables fresher for longer is a universal struggle for Aussie households.
We will be the first to admit that we have been over-eager in our pursuit of healthy eating, purchasing too much, or purchasing too far in advance only for our vegetables to rot away in front of our eyes.
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And whilst the crisper drawers in our fridges do go some way to prolong the lives of our favourite fruits and veggies, it’s still not the perfect solution.
So with fruit and veggie prices skyrocketing by a mammoth 8.5 percent in the last three months alone, and fresh food wastage at an all-time high, it’s no shock that Aussies are cutting back on picking up fresh produce when they do their weekly grocery shop.
But alas, a solution is here!
Whilst like humans, no fruit or vegetable can live forever, there are a number of innovative solutions that have been designed to combat food waste, extend the life of your fresh produce, and make it more affordable to purchase the good stuff.
One brand that we are particularly loving is The Swag, which sells compostable food and storage produce bags that have been scientifically proven to keep your fresh food alive and well for two weeks longer than the crisper in your fridge.
So how does it work?
The multi-layer fabric allows for any moisture to be pulled through to the outer layers of the bag, allowing for all-important hydration whilst promoting breathing, and reducing any ethylene build-up so fruit and veggies retain their crispness for longer.
For those unaware, ethylene is a hormone found in fresh produce that induces the ripening process.
If you are keen to try these eco-friendly, compostable, and yes, machine-washable produce bags The Swag has a number of sizes available.
The Australian-owned brand also sells a variety of non-fruit and veggie-related bags to keep your other kitchen staples (like bread) in peak condition for longer.
Extend the life of your fresh food today and shop The Swag here.
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