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Curing Crops After Harvest: Onions, Garlic, and Winter Squash

Learn how a little patience after harvest can turn onions, garlic, and winter squash into long-lasting pantry staples. With the right curing steps, you can protect each crop from rot and keep your harvest fresh for months.

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How Long Do Butternut Squash Need to Cure and What If You Can’t Do So in the Sun?

Curing butternut squash for about 10 to 14 days helps harden the skin, prevent rot, and keep your harvest fresh for months. No sunny spot? A warm, dry indoor space with good airflow works just as well.