Wrap up of this weeks WA Fruit and Vegetable Market conditions.
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Mangoes
Very strong supplies of Mangoes have seen prices drop this week. Both R2E2 and Kensington Pride varieties are excellent quality as this is the very peak of the Mango season.
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Stringless Beans
Local Stringless Beans are in heavy supply at the moment with prices easing.
Local Celeriac and Kohl Rabi are also available and excellent quality.
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Cherries
Cherries from the Perth Hills have kicked off the Cherry season with delicious, flavoursome and brightly coloured fruit. Whilst the early season varieties are on the smaller size, larger fruit will come later from the South West and Dwellingup.
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Peaches/Nectarines
The Perth Hills and the Gin Gin area have stepped up stonefruit production with prices easing on both Peaches and Nectarines. Summer is nearly upon us and an excellent summer fruit season is expected.
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Strawberries
Both Local and South West Strawberries are heavily supplied at the moment with prices easing on high quality fruit.
Demand for Blueberries is super high with prices steady despite heavy volumes. Raspberries are now available.
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Avocadoes
Pemberton Hass Avocadoes are in very strong supply with a full range of fruit available in both trays and bulk cartons.
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Beetroot
Beetroot has eased in price this week with very strong supplies of quality beetroot, both large and baby bunches available.
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The Bad News
- Bananas in very short supply and expensive.
- Nashi and Bosch Pears finished for the season.
- Lemons remain expensive.
- Rockmelons and Honey Dews remain short and expensive.
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