During summer break, kids eat more meals at home, snack more, and have more friends over — all of which can lead to a jump in your grocery bill. Luckily, summer is also a great time to snack on fresh fruit and vegetables because it’s when many of them are at their best price and reach peak flavor and nutrition. Follow these tips to help enhance the quality and shelf life of your produce, and make the most of your shopping budget.

• Keep it cool. A refrigerator temperature below 40°F helps keep produce fresh and crisp.

• Store fruit and vegetables separately. Many fruits including apples and pears produce ethylene gas, which can cause vegetables to spoil faster.

• Control moisture. Make sure you dry your produce thoroughly before storing to remove any excess moisture that could cause wilting and mold growth.

• Keep your refrigerator clean. Keeping the fridge clean helps prevent bacteria from spreading to your produce and causing it to spoil.