SPRING MARKET UPDATE
15 October 2026
Important Information
BANANAS
We are having a terrible week this week. Supply is very low and they are very green. We are trying to buy ahead so we can ripen but the numbers are low. Hopefully supply will be back on track at the end of next week.
BLOOD ORANGES
Still in the Market but they are coming out of cold storage so not super. Time to take them off the menu if you're still using them.
ELDERFLOWERS
Are in peak bloom. We can get punnets as you need but if you are looking at a large amount to process please get in con
MULBERRIES
I took this photo from a tree in my neighbourhood. They are nearly ready. There have already been some from Queensland, but they never hold up because of long distance transport.
HEIRLOOM TOMATOES
They are back, at last! Price already sliding so don't hold back.
AUSTRALIAN GARLIC
I've seen some really good Australian garlic. It's pretty expensive and at this stage only available Mon to Fri.
Coming Soon!!
Naturally leavened, handcrafted over three days and baked in small batches using Australian flour. We are excited to be partnering with Elisha from Croft Lane to deliver her exceptional sourdough to Velluti’s customers.
IN SEASON, GOOD VALUE & PLENTIFUL
FRUIT: Corella Pears, Strawberries, Navel Oranges, Gold Kiwifruit, Brown Pears, Mandarins, Green Pears, Lemons, Heirloom Tomatoes
VEGETABLES: Yellow Zucchini, Asparagus, Broad Beans, Zucchini Flowers, Lebanese Cucumbers, Globe Artichokes, Roman Beans, Baby Capsicums, Rhubarb, Long Red Chillies, Baby Cucumbers, Chicory, Brussels Sprouts, Endive, Silverbeet, Cavolo Nero, Kale, Rainbow Chard, Jerusalem Artichokes, Fioretto, Eggplants
HERBS & EDIBLE FLOWERS: Elderflowers, Lavender
EXPENSIVE OR HARD TO FIND
FRUIT: Cumquats, Bananas, Blood Oranges, Nashi Pears, Grapes, Limes, Honeydew, Rockmelon, Pineapples, Golden Delicious, Figs, Passionfruit, Green Kiwifruit, Finger Limes
VEGETABLES: Wombok, Rocket Bunches, Green Beans, Australian Garlic, Yellow Beans, Yellow Squash
HERBS: French Tarragon
Impact of Fuel & Fertiliser Shortages on Fresh Produce Prices
We have seen produce prices increasing and this will continue with the ongoing uncertainty of when the conflict in the Middle East will end. Farmers are grappling with the viability of planting crops due to the fuel and fertiliser shortages. This media release back in May, provides deeper insight:
Farmer Confidence Plummets amid Crisis (NSW Farmers, 12 May 2026)
If you have any special requests or need advice for your seasonal menu, please be in touch.