For those of you who are canning or (like me) dehydrating fruits and vegetables for long-term storage, this should help you buy wisely and cheaply:
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The Cheapest Fruits and Vegetables Month-By-Month
By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide
An easy way to save on fruits and vegetables is to buy what's in season. Here's a guide to help you identify the best produce deals month-by-month:
January
oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, tangelos, lemons, papayas, cabbages: red, white and green; leeks, broccoli, cauliflower
February
oranges, tangelos, grapefruit, lemons, papayas, broccoli, cauliflower
March
pineapples, mangoes, broccoli, lettuce
April
pineapples, mangoes, zucchini, rhubarb, artichokes, asparagus, spring peas, broccoli, lettuce
May
cherries, pineapples, apricots, okra, zucchini, rhubarb, artichokes, asparagus, spring peas, broccoli, lettuce
June
watermelon, strawberries, cantaloupe, cherries, blueberries, peaches, apricots, corn, lettuce
July
watermelon, strawberries, cantaloupe, blueberries, peaches, apricots, kiwi, raspberries, plums, cucumbers, tomatoes, summer squash, corn, green beans, lettuce
August
watermelon, strawberries, cantaloupe, blueberries, peaches, apricots, kiwi, raspberries, plums, cucumbers, corn, eggplant, tomatoes, summer squash, green beans, lettuce
September
grapes, pomegranates, persimmons, eggplants, pumpkins, tomatoes, spinach, lettuce
October
cranberries, apples, pomegranates, grapes, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, winter squash, broccoli, spinach, lettuce
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Cheapest fruits and veggies month-by-month
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