April marks the shift into spring across British Columbia. Farmers’ markets begin to showcase the first fresh greens of the season, greenhouse produce picks up speed, and cold storage crops continue to carry us through the early part of the year. Whether you are meal-planning, shopping local, or just excited for the change in season, here is what is available in BC right now.

Seasonal availability will vary depending on your area’s weather and growing conditions. Check out our Seasonal Growing Charts and Buy BC’s “What’s in Season” directory for a more detailed look at local timing.

These crops are either freshly harvested from BC farms or grown locally in greenhouses.

• Asparagus
• Apples
• Beans
• Kale
• Lettuce
• New Potatoes
• Radishes
• Rhubarb
• Salad Greens
• Spinach
• Swiss Chard
• Greenhouse Grown: Cucumbers, Lettuce, Tomatoes

These crops were harvested in previous seasons and are still available, thanks to cold storage and preservation methods.

• Apples
• Artichokes
• Beans
• Beets
• Cabbage (Green, Red, Savoy)
• Carrots
• Garlic
• Onions (Red, Yellow)
• Parsnips
• Potatoes (Red, Russet, Yellow)
• Rutabagas
• Shallots

BC’s seasonal eating is just getting started. The mix of fresh greens, root vegetables, and greenhouse crops in April means there is already lots to work with. Support your local food producers, try something new at the market, and enjoy the start of spring’s bounty!