The sun’s out and spring is in the air. As the weather warms up, you may be wondering what fresh produce is available this season. 

Spring is a time of plenty in Queensland, with many tropical fruits and vegetables coming into season. When you buy seasonal produce, you are supporting local farmers and the community. 

Buying in season produce can bring you many benefits. Seasonal produce is:

• Fresher
• More flavoursome
• Healthier and more nutritious
• Affordable
• Sustainable
• Eco-friendly

Seasonal produce can help to improve your health and save you money. Here’s some fresh produce to look out for this spring:

Spring Fruits:

• Bananas
• Melons (Honeydew, Rock, Candy)
• Pawpaws
• Papayas
• Cherries
• Pineapples
• Lemons
• Watermelon 
• Passionfruit
• Mangoes
• Berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) 
• Lychees
• Grapefruit

Spring Vegetables:

• Zucchini
• Cucumber
• Beans
• Silverbeet
• Tomatoes
• Corn
• Carrots
• Onions
• Beetroot
• Potatoes
• Asparagus
• Spinach
• Cauliflower
• Peas
• Broccoli 
• Garlic
• Mushroom 
• Cabbage 
• Avocado 

Now that you know what fresh fruits and vegetables are available, the next step is to eat them! Here are some spring sweets you could make:

• Passionfruit slice
• Strawberry jam
• Fruit salad/ fruit kebabs
• Mango and raspberry tiramisu 

And some spring dishes:

• Silverbeet and mushroom pasties
• Tomato and asparagus risotto
• Fresh pasta salad
• Asparagus and prawn rice paper rolls
• Chicken and pineapple salad 
• Cabbage, garlic and herb pasta 
• Prawn skewers with mango salad
• Mushroom and avocado tacos 

There’s endless possibilities, so it’s time to get creative! 

Looking For a Reliable Transport Company?

One of the keys to having fresh produce available at stores is to work with a reliable transport and logistics company. If you have fresh produce that needs transportation, we can help. 

At Cannon Logistics, we have over 35 years of experience in specialised refrigerated transport and warehousing. 

Our modern fleet of prime movers and trailers comes with the latest in temperature humidity control technology. We can ensure your products always arrive in optimal condition.

Talk to our friendly team about all your refrigerated transport needs today!