Storing Produce

Drying fruit and tomatoes is a blessing when you have a glut. Look out for cheap cherry tomatoes, apricots and raspberries when they arrive at the grocer’s or farmer’s market. Then bring home a...

Fresh herbs are wonderful – but they’re a seasonal treat. So, if you love cooking or gardening with herbs, knowing how to store them is essential. Here’s our guide to storing, drying and freezing...

Aiming for self-sufficiency? It’s possible to grow enough garlic and onions to last the full year, as long as you store them properly. The onion family isn’t suitable for freezing, and instead...

Save money by drying your own beans and pulses – they’re a valuable source of protein, and perfect for filling the ‘hungry gap’. Here’s our guide to drying beans and pulses – hopefully, you’ll save...

When you’ve grown your own fruit and vegetables, you’ll need to know a thing or two about storing them. If you’re aiming for full or partial self-sufficiency, understanding storage methods will...

Although many of your organic vegetables can happily stay in the ground throughout winter, they’ll be susceptible to damage from slugs and weather. Heeling-in is a useful technique for storing your...