Coastal Fresh Blog

Market Report 6 July 2026
Expensive / Short Supply Asparagus Apples Granny Smith Juicing Apples Red Dels small Baby Carrots Beans (Handpicked) Continental Cucumbers Chilli Long Red Dill Eggs (cooler weather impacting production) Figs Hothouse grown) Gem Lettuce...
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7 July 2026
Still No Fuel Levy. Still Local. Still Fresh.
Dear Valued Customer, We wanted to take a moment to address recent increases in fuel prices and how this may affect deliveries. At Coastal Fresh, we have made a clear decision not to introduce a fuel levy or delivery surcharge on customer o...
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5 May 2026
Cutting Down on Costs, Not Quality: Why Processed Produce is a Game Changer for Aussie Kitchens
In the fast-paced world of Australian hospitality, we know that the "back of house" is where the real magic happens - but it’s also where the real pressure builds. Between rising award rates, a tricky labour market, and the never-e...
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26 March 2026
Keeping it Chill: Why the Coastal Fresh "Cold Chain" is the Best in the Business
In the Aussie heat, there’s nothing worse than seeing a delivery of lettuce turn up looking like it’s spent a day in the Simpson Desert. For hospitality venues from the Sunny Coast down to Byron, temperature is the difference between a...
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20 March 2026
Weekly Market Report Insights: What Trends We’re Seeing & What They Mean for You
Navigating the fresh produce market is a bit like keeping an eye on the weather—always changing, with new opportunities and challenges each week. At Coastal Fresh, we know that staying updated is key to smart menu planning and smooth...
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25 February 2026
The Evolution of Coastal Fresh: A Family Business Story
Some businesses are built on spreadsheets and strategies. Others are built on something more personal: family, a passion for quality, and a deep connection to the community. At Coastal Fresh, our story is firmly rooted in the latter. For n...
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25 February 2026