Produce is always cheapest when you buy it in season for your location. While I can not list every single area of the country and what is in season, this is a general over-view of what is currently in season in the United States. If you only buy local produce, not all of this will be available to you, but if you do purchase from stores, this is what should be the least expensive and the most fresh right now, even if it’s being trucked in from another state. Use this as a guide for purchasing large amounts from non-local farmer’s markets for canning, freezing, lacto-fementing, dehydrating and preserving. If you can purchase locally and it is within your budget, please do. However, if you are new to eating seasonally or don’t have a local farmer, this list will help you make the best purchasing decisions.
Early- it is the beginning of their season, they might not be available in Northern locations
End- it is the end of the season, you might be able to grab a steal of a deal on any you can find
Artichoke (end)
Apricot (early)
Asparagus (end)
Avocado, Haas (end)
Beets
Broccoli (end)
Cabbage (end)
Cauliflower (end)
Carrots
Celery (end)
English Peas
Fava Beans
Fennel (end)
Grapefruit (end)
Green beans (early)
Green onion
Kale (end)
Limes
Mushrooms
New potatoes
Onions/Ramps
Peas
Radish (end)
Rhubarb (end)
Salad greens
Spinach (end)
Strawberries
Vidalia Onions
Zucchini (early)
