Footy’s over and as we enter into the second week of school holidays in Melbourne there’s not too much change to report on in fruit & veg this week. What I can say is that lebanese cucumbers have dropped in price… As

With weather improving across Australia earlier than expected Spring crops have been a blessing from the weather gods! Last week I mentioned to look out for zucchini, tomatoes & cauliflower. This week you can add broccoli, eggplant & green beans to that

Four weeks ago… Who would have predicted “warmer” weather and… Collingwood and Richmond to play off in a preliminary final? Not me… But that’s Melbourne for you!!! The nicer weather across the country has seen the price of zucchini, tomatoes & asparagus all drop this

Let’s start with the positives… Cucumbers have dropped a little in price and last week’s pick of the week, mangoes are also well priced! Strawberries are a challenge again, with quality poor due to bad weather. Same with green beans… They’ve spiked in price

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It’s not even Spring yet and believe it or not mangoes are streaming into Melbourne! This is because there’s been perfect growing temperatures in the Northern Territory which has led to a bumper year and early start to the Mango season. Also

Ever heard of a Carambola? It’s the correct name (Canaverrhoa Caarambola) for what is more commonly known in Australia as “Starfruit!” Starfruit from North Queensland are now in season and instore. I’m told they can be used as a healthy substitute for apple

Far north Aussie mangoes have had an early start to the season. Although still pricey and with a little skin mark they are eating great. And Taro is also now in season. For those that don’t know, it kinda looks like

Plenty of positive news this week… Blueberries, cauliflowers & cucumbers have all dropped in price. Cauliflowers are also this week’s special of the week at only $1 each! Afourer mandarins are now in full swing and are tasting great too. Strawberries are also getting

Let’s start with the challenges… Limes have spiked dramatically in price this week because farmers are getting better prices in Sydney and so that leaves us a little short in Melbourne. Cucumbers have done the same, with cold temperatures in Adelaide making