Did you know that most foods have a season? Some foods you can buy year-round and other foods have a peak time when they taste the best. Buying foods in season adds variety, color, and flavor to your cooking! Buying foods in season does not mean you have to plan more money in your food budget, because seasonal foods are often cheaper than buying foods that are not in season. Compare prices on your favorite fruits and vegetables at the food store as the seasons change.

Buy fruits and vegetables when they are in season and eat them now OR freeze them. Freezing produce let's you save money and have fresh food that tastes great all year long! Canning fruits and vegetables is another way to keep fresh produce throughout the year.

Find out when your favorite fruits and vegetables (courtesy MD Department of Agriculture) are in season (requires Adobe Reader)! Also, try shopping at your local farmers' markets.