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27/1/2026

January 27 In Season at the SA Produce Market

Buying and eating in season produce is good for your nutrition and helps the economy, our seasonal updates are here to lend a hand.

Let us inspire you with just a few of the fresh, locally grown produce now in season at the South Australia Produce Market that you will find at your local fruit and veg store.

Figs

Fig season runs from January to April, and while it’s nearing the end, local growers are still supplying plenty of this naturally sweet and delicious fruit. Grown right here in South Australia, figs are celebrated for their rich flavour, soft texture, and incredible versatility.

Enjoy figs as a standout addition to cheese platters, let them shine in desserts, or add a sweet twist to fresh salads. They’re also perfect for a nourishing breakfast — try fig and banana overnight oats for a simple, wholesome start to the day.

Make the most of fig season while it lasts and look for South Australian grown figs at your local fruit and vegetable store.

👉 Try the recipe: Fig & Banana Overnight Oats

https://www.abetterchoice.com.au/recipes/fig-banana-overnight-oats

Mint

Fresh, fragrant, and bursting with flavour, South Australian mint is in peak condition right now. This vibrant herb brings a refreshing lift to both sweet and savoury dishes, making it a versatile staple in any kitchen. Perfect for salads, marinades, sauces, teas, desserts, and refreshing drinks, locally grown mint adds brightness and aroma to your cooking. Whether used as a key ingredient or a simple garnish, South Aussie mint delivers freshness you can taste.

Look for locally grown mint at your favourite fruit and vegetable store and enjoy it at its seasonal best.

Rainbow Fresh Sweet Mix

Rainbow Fresh Sweet Mix is a delicious blend of premium gourmet lettuce varieties, carefully selected for their light, gentle, and naturally sweet flavour. Grown in the Adelaide Plains, this soil-grown mix delivers freshness and quality in every leaf. Washed, dried, and ready to eat, Sweet Mix is a versatile salad base that pairs beautifully with contemporary Australian cuisine. Whether served as a simple side salad, layered into sandwiches and wraps, or used as the foundation for creative dishes, it offers convenience without compromising on taste.

Perfect for everyday meals or entertaining, Rainbow Fresh Sweet Mix brings fresh, local flavour straight to your plate. 

Peaches

Stone fruit season is in full swing, and fresh Riverland peaches are currently available at the markets and heading to your local fruit and veg stores! Not only are peaches absolutely delicious, but they’re also rich in Vitamin A, with their skin providing a great source of fiber. If your peaches aren’t quite ripe, leave them on the kitchen bench to soften. Once they’re ready, store any extras in the fridge to keep them fresh.

You’ll find the best produce inside your local independent fruit & veg stores. Locate your closest store here.And don’t forget to check out Pick a Local, Pick SA Facebook page for the latest news from your local fresh produce experts.