Fruits and vegetables may soon be costing us more at the checkout as the nation braces for very warm and dry seasons due to El Niño.

The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a warning to prepare for a warmer weather pattern, with the possibility of bushfires and drought happening.

Drier-than-normal conditions could cause a great deal of strain on crop yields, potentially inflating the price of fresh produce—just like what happened last year due to La Niña conditions.

The El Niño weather pattern may potentially increase the price of fresh produce. Image source: Reddit.

This El Niño event has already caused an increase in temperatures thanks to a warmer winter, giving fruit and vegetable growers a strong growing flush with lettuce, which is now priced at as low as $2.

One vegetable grower from Victoria, Catherine Velisha, said: 'We're in a real growing flush - this is for most products, both fruit and veg.'

'This has been our first year in quite a long time that we've had so much available stock, with absolutely no disruptions.'

Shoppers are also reportedly getting the best value for their money with the cheap prices.

'On average, prices are about 40 per cent less than they were last year across the board for vegetables, which is huge,' Ms Velisha added.

At Woolworths, shoppers are able to pick up broccoli for just 99 cents each and red capsicums for $1.23, with some produce pricing slashed by more than half.

Woolworths General Manager of Fruit & Vegetable, Paul Turner, said that prices, compared to this time last year, have reduced significantly.

'Last year, customers saw inflated prices on fruit and [vegetable] driven by short supply as a result of flooding and cool growing conditions, particularly in our [vegetable] categories,' Mr Turner said.

'The good news this year is that favourable growing conditions are returning us to an abundant supply of [vegetable], which means some great in-season value for customers.'

However, as El Niño is well on its way, consumers are encouraged to make the most of the current low prices on their groceries, especially on their fruit and vegetables, while they still can as these prices are not guaranteed to last.

The drier and warmer winter has also negatively affected some essential crops, wiping an estimated $12 billion off the cost of agricultural production this financial year.

Furthermore, according to the forecasts of the Department of Agriculture, production of wheat is expected to drop by 36 per cent this season and canola yields by 38 per cent, therefore affecting some supermarket shelf staples.

Many are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, especially those struggling to afford basic supplies.

One Aussie posted a video to social media where he was shocked at how much his tiny haul of groceries cost at Coles—a whopping $91.84 despite purchasing a home brand or products on sale at Coles.

'Can someone please explain to me why Australia has gone down the absolute toilet? Because the cost of living at the moment is a joke,' he said.

'I'm making one meal tonight, fried rice, and we got the dog some food, OK? This came to $91,' he shared, showing the viewers the items he got.

He ended the video outraged, saying: 'I don't understand.'

You can read more on this story here.

Meanwhile, amid all the news of endless increases in grocery prices at the supermarket, many have started exploring other options, and savvy shoppers have turned to their local independent grocers for cheaper produce.

One Queensland shopper visited their local grocer and stumbled upon an amazing $6 deal on their fruits and vegetables.

You can also read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• Australians may soon face increased prices for fruit and vegetables due to the anticipated El Niño weather pattern, which can cause hotter and drier conditions, leading to poor crop yields.
  
• This increase comes after a drop in prices this year due to a warmer winter, with vegetable prices about 40 per cent less than the previous year.
  
• The rising cost of essential groceries, with produce prices expected to rise, adds another strain for Australians already dealing with a cost-of-living crisis.
  
• The drought and warming conditions aren't just affecting fresh produce but are also predicted to negatively impact wheat and canola yields, thus affecting a range of supermarket items.
  

Members, have you been feeling the pinch in your pockets too? What are some of your tips on stretching your budget further for groceries? Share them with us in the comments below!

 

[Tervueren]

Fruits and vegetables may soon be costing us more at the checkout as the nation braces for very warm and dry seasons due to El Niño.

The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a warning to prepare for a warmer weather pattern, with the possibility of bushfires and drought happening.

Drier-than-normal conditions could cause a great deal of strain on crop yields, potentially inflating the price of fresh produce—just like what happened last year due to La Niña conditions.

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The El Niño weather pattern may potentially increase the price of fresh produce. Image source: Reddit.

This El Niño event has already caused an increase in temperatures thanks to a warmer winter, giving fruit and vegetable growers a strong growing flush with lettuce, which is now priced at as low as $2.

One vegetable grower from Victoria, Catherine Velisha, said: 'We're in a real growing flush - this is for most products, both fruit and veg.'

'This has been our first year in quite a long time that we've had so much available stock, with absolutely no disruptions.'

Shoppers are also reportedly getting the best value for their money with the cheap prices.

'On average, prices are about 40 per cent less than they were last year across the board for vegetables, which is huge,' Ms Velisha added.

At Woolworths, shoppers are able to pick up broccoli for just 99 cents each and red capsicums for $1.23, with some produce pricing slashed by more than half.

Woolworths General Manager of Fruit & Vegetable, Paul Turner, said that prices, compared to this time last year, have reduced significantly.

'Last year, customers saw inflated prices on fruit and [vegetable] driven by short supply as a result of flooding and cool growing conditions, particularly in our [vegetable] categories,' Mr Turner said.

'The good news this year is that favourable growing conditions are returning us to an abundant supply of [vegetable], which means some great in-season value for customers.'

However, as El Niño is well on its way, consumers are encouraged to make the most of the current low prices on their groceries, especially on their fruit and vegetables, while they still can as these prices are not guaranteed to last.

The drier and warmer winter has also negatively affected some essential crops, wiping an estimated $12 billion off the cost of agricultural production this financial year.

Furthermore, according to the forecasts of the Department of Agriculture, production of wheat is expected to drop by 36 per cent this season and canola yields by 38 per cent, therefore affecting some supermarket shelf staples.

Many are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, especially those struggling to afford basic supplies.

One Aussie posted a video to social media where he was shocked at how much his tiny haul of groceries cost at Coles—a whopping $91.84 despite purchasing a home brand or products on sale at Coles.

'Can someone please explain to me why Australia has gone down the absolute toilet? Because the cost of living at the moment is a joke,' he said.

'I'm making one meal tonight, fried rice, and we got the dog some food, OK? This came to $91,' he shared, showing the viewers the items he got.

He ended the video outraged, saying: 'I don't understand.'

You can read more on this story here.

Meanwhile, amid all the news of endless increases in grocery prices at the supermarket, many have started exploring other options, and savvy shoppers have turned to their local independent grocers for cheaper produce.

One Queensland shopper visited their local grocer and stumbled upon an amazing $6 deal on their fruits and vegetables.

You can also read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• Australians may soon face increased prices for fruit and vegetables due to the anticipated El Niño weather pattern, which can cause hotter and drier conditions, leading to poor crop yields.
• This increase comes after a drop in prices this year due to a warmer winter, with vegetable prices about 40 per cent less than the previous year.
• The rising cost of essential groceries, with produce prices expected to rise, adds another strain for Australians already dealing with a cost-of-living crisis.
• The drought and warming conditions aren't just affecting fresh produce but are also predicted to negatively impact wheat and canola yields, thus affecting a range of supermarket items.

Members, have you been feeling the pinch in your pockets too? What are some of your tips on stretching your budget further for groceries? Share them with us in the comments below!

Create meals around seasonal produce using fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes frozen vegetables are better value so it's worth comparing. Home brands can be of equal quality and are often cheaper and ask for a Raincheck if specials are sold out.

 

[ToniaKisliakov]

Fruits and vegetables may soon be costing us more at the checkout as the nation braces for very warm and dry seasons due to El Niño.

The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a warning to prepare for a warmer weather pattern, with the possibility of bushfires and drought happening.

Drier-than-normal conditions could cause a great deal of strain on crop yields, potentially inflating the price of fresh produce—just like what happened last year due to La Niña conditions.

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The El Niño weather pattern may potentially increase the price of fresh produce. Image source: Reddit.

This El Niño event has already caused an increase in temperatures thanks to a warmer winter, giving fruit and vegetable growers a strong growing flush with lettuce, which is now priced at as low as $2.

One vegetable grower from Victoria, Catherine Velisha, said: 'We're in a real growing flush - this is for most products, both fruit and veg.'

'This has been our first year in quite a long time that we've had so much available stock, with absolutely no disruptions.'

Shoppers are also reportedly getting the best value for their money with the cheap prices.

'On average, prices are about 40 per cent less than they were last year across the board for vegetables, which is huge,' Ms Velisha added.

At Woolworths, shoppers are able to pick up broccoli for just 99 cents each and red capsicums for $1.23, with some produce pricing slashed by more than half.

Woolworths General Manager of Fruit & Vegetable, Paul Turner, said that prices, compared to this time last year, have reduced significantly.

'Last year, customers saw inflated prices on fruit and [vegetable] driven by short supply as a result of flooding and cool growing conditions, particularly in our [vegetable] categories,' Mr Turner said.

'The good news this year is that favourable growing conditions are returning us to an abundant supply of [vegetable], which means some great in-season value for customers.'

However, as El Niño is well on its way, consumers are encouraged to make the most of the current low prices on their groceries, especially on their fruit and vegetables, while they still can as these prices are not guaranteed to last.

The drier and warmer winter has also negatively affected some essential crops, wiping an estimated $12 billion off the cost of agricultural production this financial year.

Furthermore, according to the forecasts of the Department of Agriculture, production of wheat is expected to drop by 36 per cent this season and canola yields by 38 per cent, therefore affecting some supermarket shelf staples.

Many are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, especially those struggling to afford basic supplies.

One Aussie posted a video to social media where he was shocked at how much his tiny haul of groceries cost at Coles—a whopping $91.84 despite purchasing a home brand or products on sale at Coles.

'Can someone please explain to me why Australia has gone down the absolute toilet? Because the cost of living at the moment is a joke,' he said.

'I'm making one meal tonight, fried rice, and we got the dog some food, OK? This came to $91,' he shared, showing the viewers the items he got.

He ended the video outraged, saying: 'I don't understand.'

You can read more on this story here.

Meanwhile, amid all the news of endless increases in grocery prices at the supermarket, many have started exploring other options, and savvy shoppers have turned to their local independent grocers for cheaper produce.

One Queensland shopper visited their local grocer and stumbled upon an amazing $6 deal on their fruits and vegetables.

You can also read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• Australians may soon face increased prices for fruit and vegetables due to the anticipated El Niño weather pattern, which can cause hotter and drier conditions, leading to poor crop yields.
• This increase comes after a drop in prices this year due to a warmer winter, with vegetable prices about 40 per cent less than the previous year.
• The rising cost of essential groceries, with produce prices expected to rise, adds another strain for Australians already dealing with a cost-of-living crisis.
• The drought and warming conditions aren't just affecting fresh produce but are also predicted to negatively impact wheat and canola yields, thus affecting a range of supermarket items.

Members, have you been feeling the pinch in your pockets too? What are some of your tips on stretching your budget further for groceries? Share them with us in the comments below!

 

[ToniaKisliakov]

The fresh food supermarkets are ripping people off

 

[Col@45]

Fruits and vegetables may soon be costing us more at the checkout as the nation braces for very warm and dry seasons due to El Niño.

The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a warning to prepare for a warmer weather pattern, with the possibility of bushfires and drought happening.

Drier-than-normal conditions could cause a great deal of strain on crop yields, potentially inflating the price of fresh produce—just like what happened last year due to La Niña conditions.

View attachment 29425

The El Niño weather pattern may potentially increase the price of fresh produce. Image source: Reddit.

This El Niño event has already caused an increase in temperatures thanks to a warmer winter, giving fruit and vegetable growers a strong growing flush with lettuce, which is now priced at as low as $2.

One vegetable grower from Victoria, Catherine Velisha, said: 'We're in a real growing flush - this is for most products, both fruit and veg.'

'This has been our first year in quite a long time that we've had so much available stock, with absolutely no disruptions.'

Shoppers are also reportedly getting the best value for their money with the cheap prices.

'On average, prices are about 40 per cent less than they were last year across the board for vegetables, which is huge,' Ms Velisha added.

At Woolworths, shoppers are able to pick up broccoli for just 99 cents each and red capsicums for $1.23, with some produce pricing slashed by more than half.

Woolworths General Manager of Fruit & Vegetable, Paul Turner, said that prices, compared to this time last year, have reduced significantly.

'Last year, customers saw inflated prices on fruit and [vegetable] driven by short supply as a result of flooding and cool growing conditions, particularly in our [vegetable] categories,' Mr Turner said.

'The good news this year is that favourable growing conditions are returning us to an abundant supply of [vegetable], which means some great in-season value for customers.'

However, as El Niño is well on its way, consumers are encouraged to make the most of the current low prices on their groceries, especially on their fruit and vegetables, while they still can as these prices are not guaranteed to last.

The drier and warmer winter has also negatively affected some essential crops, wiping an estimated $12 billion off the cost of agricultural production this financial year.

Furthermore, according to the forecasts of the Department of Agriculture, production of wheat is expected to drop by 36 per cent this season and canola yields by 38 per cent, therefore affecting some supermarket shelf staples.

Many are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, especially those struggling to afford basic supplies.

One Aussie posted a video to social media where he was shocked at how much his tiny haul of groceries cost at Coles—a whopping $91.84 despite purchasing a home brand or products on sale at Coles.

'Can someone please explain to me why Australia has gone down the absolute toilet? Because the cost of living at the moment is a joke,' he said.

'I'm making one meal tonight, fried rice, and we got the dog some food, OK? This came to $91,' he shared, showing the viewers the items he got.

He ended the video outraged, saying: 'I don't understand.'

You can read more on this story here.

Meanwhile, amid all the news of endless increases in grocery prices at the supermarket, many have started exploring other options, and savvy shoppers have turned to their local independent grocers for cheaper produce.

One Queensland shopper visited their local grocer and stumbled upon an amazing $6 deal on their fruits and vegetables.

You can also read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• Australians may soon face increased prices for fruit and vegetables due to the anticipated El Niño weather pattern, which can cause hotter and drier conditions, leading to poor crop yields.
• This increase comes after a drop in prices this year due to a warmer winter, with vegetable prices about 40 per cent less than the previous year.
• The rising cost of essential groceries, with produce prices expected to rise, adds another strain for Australians already dealing with a cost-of-living crisis.
• The drought and warming conditions aren't just affecting fresh produce but are also predicted to negatively impact wheat and canola yields, thus affecting a range of supermarket items.

Members, have you been feeling the pinch in your pockets too? What are some of your tips on stretching your budget further for groceries? Share them with us in the comments below!

Best value meal is cooking some mince and adding frozen vegetables, also adding rice or pasta makes it go a long way. I freeze it in containers.

 

[ToniaKisliakov]

Quite simple
Don’t buy fruits and vegetables
Too pricey

 

[Jan Purcell]

buy frozen food I find is better.

 

[3violet8]

Sorry I want daily SDC morning only if possible love reading the morning talks early before I do anything also. Thankyou Lorna

 

[Margot Stokman]

I buy mainly frozen and they just make any excuse to up the prices with there profits they should be fined

 

[Leenie]

Create meals around seasonal produce using fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes frozen vegetables are better value so it's worth comparing. Home brands can be of equal quality and are often cheaper and ask for a Raincheck if specials are sold out.

Woolies don’t give rain checks since covid, coles still do .

 

[ToniaKisliakov]

Used to buy heaps of fruit & veggies before the prices started going up and up! Now content with taking my supplement protandim which includes all that natural fruits I need per day

 

[Leenie]

buy frozen food I find is better.

I prefer frozen Veges they are snap frozen with all the goodness where fresh has been in cold rooms sometimes for weeks .

 

[Jennylolo]

Best value meal is cooking some mince and adding frozen vegetables, also adding rice or pasta makes it go a long way. I freeze it in containers.

I do the same.

 

[margaretritchie48@hotmail]

I only like frozen peas. All the other frozen veggies go soggy when cooking. Or am I cooking them wrong?

 

[Tony@51]

Fruits and vegetables may soon be costing us more at the checkout as the nation braces for very warm and dry seasons due to El Niño.

The Bureau of Meteorology has also issued a warning to prepare for a warmer weather pattern, with the possibility of bushfires and drought happening.

Drier-than-normal conditions could cause a great deal of strain on crop yields, potentially inflating the price of fresh produce—just like what happened last year due to La Niña conditions.

View attachment 29425

The El Niño weather pattern may potentially increase the price of fresh produce. Image source: Reddit.

This El Niño event has already caused an increase in temperatures thanks to a warmer winter, giving fruit and vegetable growers a strong growing flush with lettuce, which is now priced at as low as $2.

One vegetable grower from Victoria, Catherine Velisha, said: 'We're in a real growing flush - this is for most products, both fruit and veg.'

'This has been our first year in quite a long time that we've had so much available stock, with absolutely no disruptions.'

Shoppers are also reportedly getting the best value for their money with the cheap prices.

'On average, prices are about 40 per cent less than they were last year across the board for vegetables, which is huge,' Ms Velisha added.

At Woolworths, shoppers are able to pick up broccoli for just 99 cents each and red capsicums for $1.23, with some produce pricing slashed by more than half.

Woolworths General Manager of Fruit & Vegetable, Paul Turner, said that prices, compared to this time last year, have reduced significantly.

'Last year, customers saw inflated prices on fruit and [vegetable] driven by short supply as a result of flooding and cool growing conditions, particularly in our [vegetable] categories,' Mr Turner said.

'The good news this year is that favourable growing conditions are returning us to an abundant supply of [vegetable], which means some great in-season value for customers.'

However, as El Niño is well on its way, consumers are encouraged to make the most of the current low prices on their groceries, especially on their fruit and vegetables, while they still can as these prices are not guaranteed to last.

The drier and warmer winter has also negatively affected some essential crops, wiping an estimated $12 billion off the cost of agricultural production this financial year.

Furthermore, according to the forecasts of the Department of Agriculture, production of wheat is expected to drop by 36 per cent this season and canola yields by 38 per cent, therefore affecting some supermarket shelf staples.

Many are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis, especially those struggling to afford basic supplies.

One Aussie posted a video to social media where he was shocked at how much his tiny haul of groceries cost at Coles—a whopping $91.84 despite purchasing a home brand or products on sale at Coles.

'Can someone please explain to me why Australia has gone down the absolute toilet? Because the cost of living at the moment is a joke,' he said.

'I'm making one meal tonight, fried rice, and we got the dog some food, OK? This came to $91,' he shared, showing the viewers the items he got.

He ended the video outraged, saying: 'I don't understand.'

You can read more on this story here.

Meanwhile, amid all the news of endless increases in grocery prices at the supermarket, many have started exploring other options, and savvy shoppers have turned to their local independent grocers for cheaper produce.

One Queensland shopper visited their local grocer and stumbled upon an amazing $6 deal on their fruits and vegetables.

You can also read more about this here.

Key Takeaways

• Australians may soon face increased prices for fruit and vegetables due to the anticipated El Niño weather pattern, which can cause hotter and drier conditions, leading to poor crop yields.
• This increase comes after a drop in prices this year due to a warmer winter, with vegetable prices about 40 per cent less than the previous year.
• The rising cost of essential groceries, with produce prices expected to rise, adds another strain for Australians already dealing with a cost-of-living crisis.
• The drought and warming conditions aren't just affecting fresh produce but are also predicted to negatively impact wheat and canola yields, thus affecting a range of supermarket items.

Members, have you been feeling the pinch in your pockets too? What are some of your tips on stretching your budget further for groceries? Share them with us in the comments below!

 

[Judy HB]

Don’t shop at coles or woolies. It’s the only way prices will go down. If we keep shopping there they’ll keep putting their prices up! Disgraceful!

 

[Abby2]

Coles has just put up its mini Pane di Case Bread by 50 cents $3 now from $2.50.

 

[Tervueren]

I only like frozen peas. All the other frozen veggies go soggy when cooking. Or am I cooking them wrong?

It all depends on how you are cooking them I suppose. I like to steam my veggies or toss them in the microwave with a dob of butter and a pinch of salt and then just cook them to your liking.... How are you cooking your veggies? I usually mash my spuds.

 

[Catherines]

Does this guy really need to buy Twiggy Sticks? I bet they cost the earth. And how about that carton of “Cage-free eggs”. It looks like it’s a carton of 18, not 12, so that would add a few $s. I noticed the whole bill is not shown here - is there something missing?!!! A couple of $13+ items add up to almost $30. That is 1/3 of his total bill.

I’d like to ask him what his wage is & then tell him to stop whingeing about the price of things. I retired in 2003 on a full-time administration wage (as a government employee) of about 1/3 what our young people get now. Yes, things have increased out of this world and so have wages. Administration officer wages are tipping $100,000, if not over now.

While I agree that cost of living has risen, the people I feel for most are those with mortgages who are finding it hard to manage. At 14% interest when we paid off our house in 1991 we managed mostly on my husband’s wage only because it was not a case of ‘I must have everything NOW’. We bought things for our home on ‘hire purchase’ or as and when we had saved the money for it. We didn’t have a dining table and chairs for many years and our 3 children, husband & I took it in turns to sit at a breakfast bar for meals.

Come on, young people out there. Don’t over-commit yourselves so much because the financial bucket can get a hole in it one day. Yes, the cost of living has risen so screw your heads back on and DON’T OVER COMMIT yourselves. Don’t go out for dinners every week or couple of weeks, take your lunch to work from home, stop conning yourself that you MUST have that cup of coffee from a shop before you start work (@ $5 everyday - really?).

 

[Leenie]

Used to buy heaps of fruit & veggies before the prices started going up and up! Now content with taking my supplement protandim which includes all that natural fruits I need per day

What is protandim? What does it replace In food ? Curious.