Our fresh Australian Apples
All for 100% Aussie apples.
You don’t need to go far for fresh, Australian apples. Our Aussie first supplier policy keeps us committed to sourcing from local farmers whenever we can. And we really mean it. 97% of our fresh produce range is Australian grown.
Check out these crunchy facts about our Aussie apple growers.
Where are ALDI's apples grown in Australia?
From the rolling hills of Batlow in NSW to the dense forests of Manjimup in WA, our fresh apples migrate from all over Australia. We’ll always source ours as local to your store as possible. They may well be grown just down the road from you!
Meet the man behind our Aussie apples: Tim Nethersole.
Geoffrey Thompson’s orchards are located around Shepparton at the heart of the Goulburn River Valley region in Victoria. Tim Nethersole has been the ALDI account manager for many years over which they have enjoyed a long partnership with ALDI. Tim explains when they first began supplying in 2002 they could have delivered their daily orders in the back of a ute. Now they supply ALDI Victoria and NSW with more than 2 truckloads most days equating to around 6,000 tonnes of Apples and Pears to ALDI annually.
Australian apple varieties
With over 11 varieties grown in Australia, there’s an apple for every mood. There are tart, green Granny Smiths for baking. Crispy Pink Lady apples make great afternoon snacks. And sweet Royal Gala apples for everything else.
How to choose good apples
Your apple should be firm to touch with no soft or discoloured patches. pink lady apples should be pink blushed over a yellow or green base colour, granny smith apples should be a vibrant green, and royal gala apples should be golden yellow with subtle pink stripes.
How to get apples not to brown
To keep your apples fresh and crunchy, store them in your fridge’s crisper. Or, wrap each apple in newspaper and keep in a fruit bowl. If you have sliced apples you’re wanting to keep fresh and avoid from browning, you should store them in the fridge and seal them in an airtight bag or container.
How long do apples last in the fridge?
Unsliced, fresh apples can last between six to eight weeks when stored in the fridge and kept clean. If you like to keep your apples on the kitchen table in a fruit bowl, they should keep for one to two weeks.
How can I preserve apples?
Aside from keeping your apples fresh in the fridge, there are a multitude of great ways you can preserve your apples for months into the future.
Canning apples
Canned apples are fantastic for using in pies or adding a delicious topping to desserts. To can your apples, peel, core and slice your apples, then, place them in mason jars with lemon juice and sugar.
Dehydrating apples
Dried apples are a fantastic lunchbox treat for the kids, or, a sweet addition to your next cake batter. To dehydrate your apples into apple chips, core and slice your apples as finely as possible. Then, soak them in lemon juice (this will help them avoid going brown in the drying process). You can then sprinkle the apples with a touch of cinnamon or sugar before placing them laid out flat in your dehydrator. Dry out your apple slices in the dehydrator for 6-12 hours.
Fermenting apples
Rinse your apples whole then place them in a large storage jar. In a large bowl whisk together sugar, salt and water until dissolved. Pour the brine mixture into the jars of apples, leaving 8.5 millimetres at the top of the jars. Ferment the apples at room temperature for 10 days, then, move the jars to the fridge to mature for 30 days.
Freezing apples
Freezing apples is a great storage option as they can last for up to a year or more in the freezer. Slice your apples into halves, chunks or smaller slices depending on your desired shape. Then, contain your apple pieces in freezer friendly bags and ensure they are as air-tight as possible.
Why do apples float?
Did you know apples float in water because around 25% of their volume is air? Delicious, crisp air.
What are some popular apple recipes?
Apples are so much more than a simple lunchbox snack! From pies to salads, check out our favourite apple recipes below.
