Fall is one of the best times of year to pay attention to the produce section. Apples, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, pears, and several other fruits and vegetables are arriving as seasonal harvests move into stores. That does not mean every item will suddenly become expensive when November arrives, but prices can change as peak harvest periods pass. USDA data tracks retail prices for individual fruits and vegetables, including apples, cranberries, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and butternut squash. If you regularly buy these foods, shopping earlier in the season can give you more opportunities to find them at reasonable prices.
