Russet apples

What is Russet apples?

Russet apples are a heritage English dessert apple with a rough, golden-brown skin and a dense, nutty, slightly dry flesh.

Prized on British cheeseboards and in tarts, they hold their shape when baked and pair classically with mature cheddar and blue cheeses.

Russet apples wholesale price in the UK

As of April 27, 2026, the wholesale quote for russet apples in the UK market is about £2.86. Over the past 12 months it's ranged from £2.86 to £3.15, with a typical week landing around £2.86.

That puts today right around where it's been all year — nothing unusual to plan around.

What's behind the price

UK produce moves through the wholesale markets — New Covent Garden and the regional markets — fed by British growers in season and by Spanish, Dutch and other imports out of season. That's why a case rate on russet apples can shift week to week.

The yearlong trend has been easing. Buying what's in season is still the most reliable way to keep produce cost in check.

Seasonality in the UK

UK harvest from October, with stored fruit available through winter into early spring.

Per case or per kilo?

Produce is sold by the case, with a per-kilo rate shown where it helps you compare. Order on the unit that matches your prep so you're not throwing money out on shrink — perishables don't wait.

Choose firm fruit with intact russeting; minor skin scarring is normal and not a defect. Buy by the kg (£) and store cold to extend shelf life.