Why does Aldi produce spoil so much quicker than produce from other stores? I purchased cherry tomatoes on Tuesday, but had to throw half of them out on Friday evening because they were growing mold.

The produce from Aldi is more like purchasing from a farmer's market. All their produce is mostly organic, they don't ship it in nitrogen, polish it with wax, or buy it when it's too soon to use. Aldi has great produce, but should be kept according to the specific directions for that product. I wrap my celery and lettuce with a paper towel, then loosely bag them in green bags for storage in produce drawer, for extended longevity. Tomatoes usually are kept at room temp until ripe, then refrigerated for a few days after. Apples can be kept on the counter for up to a week. And never store potatoes and onions together. 😉 (I love Aldi!)

They will take it back

I have found it depends. Sometimes during the year their fruit seems overripe. For the most part, it's good. Between Aldi and Sprouts, i get the best produce deals.

Agreed, Aldi has the fresh produce.

You need to pay attention to the freshness of the produce like all store's they put the old on top !

I have heard their produce is the last delivered in the area. Personally, I find Price Chopper to beat out even Hy Vee in longevity of bananas. So, Aldi's is pretty much on the bottom for longevity. You have to use their produce right away. Just my experience.

Maybe that's the reason it can be sold at a lower price. They purchase it when it's more ripe.