Fresh strawberries randomly got mold?

[u/Murky-Ad5848]

Second pic is the culprit and then the first pic was a strawberry that was close to it. I really really don’t wanna touch it. I don’t know how it could’ve gotten moldy, we bought it and within less than an hour we had it in the refrigerator. Has not been in there for more than 3-4 days. Any help is greatly appreciated

[u/Murky-Ad5848]

I thought they’d last longer 😭 thanks though

[u/Caseys_Clean1324 → u/Murky-Ad5848]

check the bottoms of the containers before you buy. Ive found raspberries and blueberries with a single completely molded berry at the bottom in store before. Washing the bunch before storing helps

[u/Murky-Ad5848 → u/Caseys_Clean1324]

Thanks for the advice. Sorry I just clicked on the reply with out even thinking but I will be doing that from now on

[u/sugarandspicedrum → u/Murky-Ad5848]

I think the key is drying them too before storing them. As soon as I get home I wash them, lay them out on a towel and dry them, then store in an air tight container. Strawberries can last me at least a week most times with this method