Learn how long pineapple stays fresh after cutting, and how to store it properly to extend its shelf life. We'll also cover signs of spoilage.

For example, a 3-pound, fresh-cut fruit bowl at Costco costs $14.92. This breaks down to $4.97 per pound. However, at a nearby Kroger affiliate, a pound of precut fresh fruit costs $4.51.

It can take 16 to 36 months for a pineapple crown to bear fruit, though the exact time will depend on where you're growing it. "In some northern parts of the US, they've got to survive the winter ...