#$%^&*AU2012202622B220140612.pdf#####Abstract A method of storing harvested produce in a storage solution and a packaged beverage produced utilising the method are disclosed. The harvest produce may be whole fruit or diced root vegetables. The storage solution is characterised in that a neutral water potential is established when the harvested produce is immersed in the solution. The packaged beverage is characterised in that the container provides both first and second releasable seals that permit the solution to be drunk and the harvested produce to be eaten.