Eating seasonal produce isn't just tastier-it's smarter shopping. In New Zealand, fruits and vegetables in season are typically 20-50% cheaper, last longer, and have a smaller environmental footprint. Plus, you're supporting local growers!
At NZ Grocery Saver, we've created this simple calendar so you know exactly what's fresh, affordable, and abundant each month-so you can plan meals, reduce waste, and save without sacrificing flavour.
• Lower prices: Supply is high, so supermarkets discount seasonal items.
• Better taste & nutrition: Produce is picked at peak ripeness.
• Less food waste: Fresher items last longer in your fridge.
• Eco-friendly: Less need for imports or energy-intensive storage.
Fruits: Strawberries, rhubarb, early apples
Veggies: Asparagus, new potatoes, spinach, lettuce, spring onions, peas
Tip: Add fresh asparagus to pasta or roast new potatoes with rosemary for easy, cheap meals.
Fruits: Berries, stone fruit (peaches, nectarines, plums), watermelon, feijoas, tomatoes (yes, they're a fruit!)
Veggies: Zucchini, corn, capsicum, eggplant, cucumbers, beans
Tip: Buy berries in bulk and freeze them for smoothies or desserts all year.
Fruits: Apples, pears, quinces, late feijoas, grapes
Veggies: Pumpkin, kūmara, beetroot, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, leeks
Tip: Roast a big tray of mixed autumn veg-it keeps for days and works in soups, salads, or grain bowls.
Fruits: Citrus (oranges, mandarins, lemons), apples (stored), kiwifruit
Veggies: Potatoes, carrots, parsnips, silverbeet, kale, Brussels sprouts, swedes
Tip: Citrus is at its juiciest and cheapest-perfect for dressings, baking, or immune-boosting drinks.
Don't remember what's in season? Save seasonal favourites to your Refreshable Shopping List. Our app will alert you when prices drop or items go on special at your chosen stores-so you never miss a seasonal deal again.
Shopping with the seasons isn't about restriction-it's about abundance. When you align your meals with what's naturally available, you'll eat better, waste less, and keep more money in your pocket.
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