Buying local, seasonal fruit and vegetables
Discover the benefits of buying local, seasonal produce in Brisbane. Learn how you can support sustainable practices and enjoy fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables.
When you buy fruit and vegetables that are local, in season and in supply, they cost less, taste better and last longer. Buying local also supports local farmers and reduces the food miles to get food to your plate.
Buying local
You can buy local by always checking the country of origin for fresh fruit and vegetables and packaged food.
Australian food suppliers must follow the Country of Origin Food Labelling Information Standard 2016. This includes retailers, market stallholders, and online stores.
Buying in season
Use our helpful guide below to learn when the most common fruit and vegetables are in season.
For a complete guide on seasonal produce, visit Seasonal Food Guide Australia. You can also talk to your local supplier for more information.
Spring
- Apples
- Asparagus
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Corn
- Mandarins
- Mangoes
- Peas
- Radish
- Strawberries
- Zucchini
Summer
- Apricots
- Asparagus
- Bananas
- Cherries
- Corn
- Cucumbers
- Eggplants
- Lychees
- Mangoes
- Nectarines
- Zucchini
Autumn
- Apples
- Bananas
- Carrots
- Eggplants
- Mandarins
- Nectarines
- Pomegranate
- Pumpkin
- Zucchini
Winter
- Apples
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Mandarins
- Peas
- Pumpkin
- Radish
- Strawberries
Buying in supply
Severe weather, global conflict, labour and fuel costs can all affect the price of produce. Monitor what's available at what price throughout the year and buy when in supply.
The price of your usual fruit and vegetables gone up? See if cheaper produce alternatives are available and try out some new recipes. Ask you local produce supplier what's the best value for money at the moment.
Before you shop
Prepare for your fruit and vegetable shopping trip by remembering to bring your shopping list and reusable bags.