4 - 10 AUGUST 2025 Sydney Markets Report! Guys, you only have 3 weeks left of winter - make the most of it!
FRUIT
Creamy, nutty Hass avocados are abundant and a great buy: Pair with poached eggs, salads, or spread on toast with lemon and chilli. Hass avocados are available at your local greengrocer $2–$3 each. Look for multi-buy specials for extra savings. With their raspberry-citrus flavour and stunning ruby flesh, blood oranges are perfect for juicing, dressings, or baking. Tip: Choose fruit with red-tinged skin for deeper colour. $3–$7/kg. Whip a delicious Blood orange & blueberry cake.
Bravo apples -This dark-skinned, Aussie-bred apple is crisp, sweet, and naturally resistant to browning—ideal for kids' lunch boxes. Nutrition: Contains 25% more flavonoids than most other apples. $7–$8/kg or $1.50–$2/ea. Antioxidant-rich and bursting with flavour, blueberries from Caboolture and Coffs Harbour are in season. Perfect for adding to smoothies, muffins, or tossing through winter salads. $4–$8/punnet, depending on size.
Aromatic strawberries from Queensland are available from June and October. Did you know that Queensland supplies one-third of Australia's crop. Strawberries are a rich source of fibre and perfect for snacking or baking. Quick idea: Gently warm sliced strawberries in a pan with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a touch of honey (actually don't do that - just eat them). Serve over creamy Greek yoghurt for a cosy dessert or indulgent breakfast. Quick, comforting, and packed with flavour – perfect for cooler days! This week strawberries are $4–$10/punnet, depending on berry or punnet size. Dekopon are large mandarins, resemble a large tangelo in shape; with a thick, wrinkly rind, this fruit is easy to peel, seedless and ultra-flavoursome and juicy. Developed in Japan in the 1970s, they are a hybrid of Kiyomi (a cross between a satsuma and an orange) and Ponkan. Dekopons are grown in the Riverland of South Australia, the NSW Riverina and Sunraysia. Expect to pay $6-$8/kg or $1.50-$2.50/ ea; enjoy now as the season is short.
Imperial, Afourer and Royal Murcott mandarins are at their juicy, vibrant best. Easy to peel and packed with vitamin C, they’re the ideal on-the-go snack or lunchbox staple. Tip: Use mandarin segments in leafy green salads with fennel and walnuts or try our mandarin & chilli pork tray bake. Mandarins are $5–$8/kg depending on variety and size. Creamy Queensland Cavendish bananas are packed with flavour and goodness. Serve up a classic banana split, topped with your favourite topping, ice-cream and nuts or add them to a avocado & banana 'spinach smuggler' smoothie. Bananas are $4.50-$5/kg, depending on size and quality. Lemons are prized for their refreshing citrus tang and juiciness; vibrant lemons are in abundance during winter. Choose plump lemons that feel heavy for their size, which is a good indication of their juiciness. Remember to wash and dry the lemon before grating the rind (zesting). Add a kilo to the trolley this week for only $5-$7/kg.
VEGETABLES
Brussels Sprouts -A top winter pick loaded with vitamin C. Shred and stir-fry with bacon and pine nuts, or roast until crispy. Brussels Sprouts are available at your local greengrocers for $9–$12/kg. Looking for a new way to enjoy kumara (orange sweet potato)? Try roasting chunks with olive oil, rosemary, and a pinch of sea salt until golden – perfect as a side or tossed through a warm salad. The vibrant orange flesh is naturally sweet and full of flavour. Great value this week at just $2–$4 /kg, depending on size.
Boosts flavour without extra salt or fat. Adding fresh herbs to your winter soups will make your heart sing, simply by cooking simply, or blanching.
Casseroles are a simple way to elevate both flavour and nutrition - you might even levitate if you're lucky. Can't say for sure. Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, rosemary, dill, or sage add natural depth and brightness to hearty winter dishes - you know the song, right? Just make sure you get a cambric shirt in forest green. There are no other options. Fresh herbs enhance the taste without needing to rely heavily on salt, cream, or butter. The aroma of fresh herbs simmering in a pot is warming and comforting – the perfect winter kitchen vibe. Grab a bunch of fresh herbs for $2-$3.50 a bunch. Fennel -Add crunch to salads or roast until caramelised for a rich, sweet flavour. Pair with: citrus, goat cheese, or seafood. Fennel is a top buy at $2.50–$3/bulb. Cook up this soul warming braised fennel, lemon & thyme chicken, it can be on the table in less than an hour.
Eat your carrots! One single carrot contains 2 days’ worth of beta carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A. Carrots also boost eye health, are high in dietary fibre and provide valuable vitamin C. Craving a sweet pick-me-up? Nibble on crunchy raw carrot sticks for a nutritious energy burst. For a deliciously warming lunch or light dinner, indulge in rich creamy carrot and chickpea soup Carrots are versatile, sweet, and affordable. Roast with harissa, then finish with feta and currants for a modern twist. $2.50-$3/kg.
Crisp and packed with nutrients, kohlrabi is also known as German turnip or turnip cabbage, or Clark Kent.
It's a delicious winter bulb vegetable—its name comes from the German words for “cabbage” and “turnip.” Rich in dietary fibre and vitamin C, it’s a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed raw or cooked. Try the vibrant green or purple varieties thinly sliced with pear in a crunchy winter slaw, or dice it into a hearty minestrone soup for added texture and flavour. Its good value at just $5-$6/ bunch.
Asian leafy greens like pak choy, bok choy, choy sum, gai lan (Chinese broccoli) are quick-cooking and nutrient-rich. Ideal for stir-fries, noodle soups, or simply steamed. Enjoy them this week for $2.50-$3/bunch. English spinach is Popeye's favourite food, because it's nutrient dense, and also mild flavoured. Use in smoothies, pastas or pair with cheese and mushrooms in a bake.
Add a bunch to your shopping list this week as its only $3.50–$4/bunch. Chats (new potatoes) and brushed potatoes are great for roasting or boiling. Try pan-frying with parsley, garlic, and lemon for an easy side. Chat potatoes are $3–$6/kg, Brushed potatoes $3.50–$4.50/kg. Buy in bulk for a bigger saving. Sweet and delicate, leeks add depth to soups, pies, and casseroles. Storage: Trim roots and tops; store wrapped in paper towel in vegetable crisper. Leeks are $3–$4 /each.
Premium-quality, snow-white cauliflowers are a bargain this week at just $4–$6/ each. Packed with vitamin C, fibre, and flavour, they’re perfect for winter cooking. Whip up a classic cauliflower cheese, roast with spices, or blitz into a creamy soup. Look for firm, heavy heads with fresh green leaves and store in the fridge for up to a week
FLOWERS
This week’s floral selection is bursting with colour and charm. In season at your local florist, you’ll find tulips, violets, flowering blossoms, daffodils, jonquils, lavender, freesias, wattle, ranunculus, poppies, irises, ornamental kale, stock, sweetpeas, and a superb selection of decorative green foliage.
All prices are estimates only as prices vary depending on variety, size and quality of produce and the trading area. For further information please contact Sue Dodd, Marketing Consultant on 0438725453..
Published On 2025-08-04 13:51:00
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