Brisbane Markets® Produce Report – 02 October 2026
Brisbane Markets® Produce Report
The finals have reached the big one, and it is time to bring your A-game to the kitchen! With the NRL Grand Final on Sunday followed by the King’s Birthday public holiday on Monday, there is no better time to stock up for the long weekend. From fresh sides and salads to sweet fruit for half-time and beyond, your local independent fruit and vegetable store displaying the A better choice! logo has everything you need to build a winning spread.
Our pick of the week is Seedless Watermelon from Bundaberg and North Queensland. With a strong supply and excellent quantity, Seedless Watermelon is also great value for money this week, making it a standout for the long weekend. Sweet, juicy and refreshing, it is perfect for sharing at your next gathering, adding to fruit platters or enjoying as a snack.
Pineapples from Bundaberg, the Sunshine Coast and Yeppoon are available in abundance and eating beautifully right now. Sweet, juicy and refreshing, Pineapple is perfect for fruit platters, breakfast, smoothies or enjoyed being fresh on its own. For a revitalising treat on a warm spring day, try this Pineapple and Ginger Granita.
Coming from Far North Queensland and in plentiful supply this week is Red Papaya. This nutrient-dense tropical superfood is packed with antioxidants, vitamins and unique digestive enzymes, providing a wide range of health benefits. For a tropical twist on a breakfast favourite, try these Breakfast Crepes with Papaya and Passionfruit Glaze.
A household staple, Brown Onions from Gatton are readily available this week. Choose firm Onions with dry, papery skins and no soft spots, and store unpeeled Onions in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. For a comforting all year-round classic, try this French Onion Soup.
Another versatile vegetable in plentiful supply this week is Potatoes from Gatton. Whether you prefer washed, white or red varieties, there is a Potato to suit every meal. From crispy roasted potatoes and golden chips to creamy mash, they are a kitchen staple with plenty of ways to enjoy them. For a healthier take on a family favourite, try these Healthy Loaded Fries.
Make the most of the long weekend by filling your shopping bags with quality seasonal produce. Visit your local independent fruit and vegetable store displaying the A better choice! logo and enjoy produce sourced through the Brisbane Markets, Queensland Heart of Fresh Produce.
About Brisbane Markets
As Queensland’s only central fruit and vegetable Market, the Brisbane Markets is the state’s most important centre for the marketing and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables. It records an annual trade of over 700 million kilograms of produce valued at more than $2 billion.
An important economic and employment hub, more than 4,500 people work or do business at the markets each day through over 170 businesses. This includes over 45 wholesalers who receive fresh produce from thousands of growers and trade five days a week to more than 800 registered buyers.
About A better choice!
The A better choice! retailers are hardworking local family business owners, who are passionate about fruit and vegetables, they are our experts in their field and provide excellent customer service… with a smile.
Here’s the thing: no one can match A better choice! fruit and vegetable retailers for FRESH! Every morning, they hand pick a diverse selection of high-quality fresh fruit and vegetables from the Brisbane Markets, sourced from thousands of Australian farms.
Make your first choice A better choice! with local, independent retailers throughout Southeast Queensland. Find your local fruit and vegetable retailer at www.abetterchoice.com.au/store-locator/ and make A better choice!