Cantaloupes do not ripen after picking, unlike climacteric fruits. Their sweetness is determined while still on the vine, remaining locked at harvest. They may soften and become juicier, but won’t gain sweetness. Cantaloupes belong to a group called non-climacteric fruits, which do not produce ethylene gas and can last longer since they deteriorate more slowly. Proper selection at the grocery store is critical, as their sweetness won’t improve after purchase, leading to disappointment if not chosen wisely.
Once picked, cantaloupes do not continue to ripen in the way many people expect; their sweetness is locked in as soon as they are harvested.
Cantaloupes are classified as non-climacteric fruits, meaning they do not produce ethylene gas after being harvested, which is crucial for the ripening process.
Choosing a ripe cantaloupe is essential, as bland-tasting flesh will not improve after being bought; sweetness must be determined at the store.
Unlike climacteric fruits, non-climacteric fruits like cantaloupes deteriorate more slowly after harvest, which can extend their shelf life.
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