Banana storage hacks: Bananas ripen and turn brown quickly in the summer. If you want to keep your bananas yellow and fresh for longer, try these easy hacks

Wrapping the banana stems in plastic wrap or aluminum foil reduces the effect of ethylene gas, which makes bananas ripen quickly. This helps them stay fresh and yellow for longer.

Bananas ripen faster in a bunch. Separating them slows down the ripening process and keeps them fresh longer.

Once bananas are fully yellow, you can store them in the fridge. The peel might turn brown, but the fruit inside will stay fresh.

Hanging bananas prevents them from touching each other and getting bruised, which helps them last longer.

If you want bananas to ripen slowly, keep them out of paper bags. Paper bags trap ethylene gas, which speeds up ripening. Store them openly.

Direct sunlight or heat makes bananas spoil quickly. It's best to store them in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.