August: a perfect month for fresh produce

Eating local and seasonal fruits and vegetables is one of the best choices you can make for your overall health and that of our beautiful planet. Locally grown products are not only much fresher, tastier and richer in natural nutrients, but they are also a more environmentally friendly choice since they require less transportation than their imported counterparts.

Here's a (non-exhaustive) list of local seasonal fruits and vegetables to guide you on your next visit to the local market or grocery store.

Seasonal fruits and vegetables for the month of August

Summer – and especially August – is an excellent time of year to stock up on fresh produce. Take this opportunity to rediscover some fruits and vegetables at their best!

Apples
  • Ground cherry
Apricot
  • Leek
Artichoke Lettuce
Bell pepper Melon
  • Beetroot
Mushroom
  • Blueberry
Onion
  • Broccoli
Peach
  • Brussels sprouts
Pear
  • Cabbage
Pickle
  • Cantaloupe
Plum and prune
  • Carrot
Potato
  • Cauliflower
Radish
  • Celery
Rasberry
  • Cherry
Rhubarb
  • Corn
Rutabaga
  • Cucumber
Squash
  • Eggplant
Spinach
  • Fennel
Strawberry
  • French shallot
Swiss chard
  • Garlic
Tomato
  • Grapes
Zucchini
Green beans  

Based on: https://equiterre.org/sites/fichiers/calendrier-des-disponibilites-des-fruits-et-legumes_0.pdf