Food & Cooking Is there a way to artificially ripen early harvested fruits? March 2, 2026 by Herb | Leave a Comment Yes, there are several effective ways to artificially ripen early harvested fruits, primarily by controlling their environment. Ethylene gas, a natural plant hormone, is the key to accelerating the ripening process for many fruits. You can harness this by placing fruits in a sealed container with a ripe apple or banana, or by using commercial […] Read more »