Staple fruit prices plummet dramatically as season peaks across Australia

Attention all berry lovers and savvy shoppers! It's time to make some room in your fridges and freezers because we have some juicy news to add sweetness to your day.

As the blueberry season peaks, supermarkets across Australia are witnessing a delightful price drop, making this the perfect time to stock up on these nutritious little gems.


In recent months, blueberry prices have fluctuated quite a bit, with costs soaring to nearly $20 a punnet in certain parts of the country.

But as the season ripens and supply levels surge, prices have tumbled below $2.50 a punnet at some stores.


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Blueberry prices significantly dropped in Australian supermarkets due to peak seasonal supply. Credit: Shutterstock


This is a significant price drop that budget-conscious shoppers and health enthusiasts alike will want to take advantage of.

Like many fruits, blueberries' prices are heavily influenced by the laws of supply and demand. During the off-season, when blueberries are less plentiful, prices can skyrocket due to limited availability.


However, when the season is in full swing, and the bushes are bursting with fruit, growers harvest larger quantities, and the market becomes flush with blueberries, leading to a decrease in price.

This seasonal cycle presents a fantastic opportunity for consumers to enjoy cheaper fresh produce.

It's also a reminder of the benefits of eating seasonally for your wallet and the environment, as it reduces the need for long-distance transportation and supports local farmers.

A West Australian blueberry grower highlighted the importance of sending seasonal produce interstate to chase better prices.


This strategy helps farmers maximise their returns and ensures that all Australians can access fresh, high-quality blueberries, no matter where they live.

When we purchase these seasonal fruits as consumers, we enjoy the freshest produce available and support the agricultural industry and local economies.

It's a win-win situation where the benefits are as sweet as the berries.
Key Takeaways
  • Blueberry prices have significantly dropped in Australian supermarkets due to peaking seasonal supply.
  • Some supermarkets now offer blueberry punnets for below $2.50.
  • Earlier in the year, blueberry prices were as high as nearly $20 a punnet in certain areas.
  • A Western Australian grower highlights the importance of farmers distributing seasonal produce interstate to capitalise on better prices.
Have you noticed the drop in blueberry prices at your local supermarket? What are your favourite ways to enjoy blueberries? Share your thoughts and recipes in the comments below.
 
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I used to buy several fresh punnets every week year round but only buy frozen now. Since I do smoothies niw it is far cheaper and tastes just the same and absolutely no waste and can have different fruit every day which is good fornuou. Win, win so hopefully even the cost of frozen will come down.
 
Love them They are called bilberries in the UK l spent a lot of time on the moors picking them but sheep turds looked very similar o_OOur cherry tree is in full bloom can't wait for the cherrries at least they are not sprayed.
 
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Love them They are called bilberries in the UK l spent a lot of time on the moors picking them but sheep turds looked very similar o_OOur cherry tree is in full bloom can't wait for the cherrries at least they are not sprayed.
Those moors are gorgeous. I bet you miss the scenery. I love cherries too, plus my blueberry plants don't get sprayed either. I leave any spiders/webs on the plants to kill pests.
 
Those moors are gorgeous. I bet you miss the scenery. I love cherries too, plus my blueberry plants don't get sprayed either. I leave any spiders/webs on the plants to kill pests.
l can't begin to tell you how much l miss Ilkley it had everything, the beautiful moors sailing on the Wharfe l could go on forever it's bringing tears to my eyes just thinking about it but now l have no-one there except a nephew in London and brother-in-law in his 90's in Pontypool.
l took my children on the moors nearly everyday ,we would go to the tarn and get frog spawn and watch the tadpoles grow into frogs and go ice skating on the tarn when it froze.
Can you remember the song ''On ilkla Moor Baht At''?
 
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Sounds lovely and idyllic. My father's relatives/ancestors have their surname named after them. Blakey Ridge in the North Riding of Yorkshire.
 
I buy a KILO of frozen blueberries at our markets for $25 until our blueberries start producing so we have blueberries all year round
$25 dollars a kilo.....I would expect to pay a realistic price of, at most $9.00,
I don't care if I never taste them at $25 .. even at $9.00 I would consider them to be a luxury....
 

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