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The latest tips and stories from our Wonky Team & Community.

Greig picking apples
Grower Journal
From Wonky to Wonderful: The Story of Hawke's Bay's Apples

Meet the Hawke's Bay based grower behind some of Wonky Box's unique apples. This one's sure to be the apple of your eye!

Bountiful Brussels sprouts
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4 Recipes That Will Have You Loving Brussels Sprouts

Not sold on Sprouts? Here's everything you need to know about NZ grown Brussels sprouts and how to enjoy them.

Grower picking pear
Grower Journal
A Tale of 'Pear'serverance

Industry size standards almost left 5,000kgs of Gisborne kiwifruit to end up as waste. Here's how some peculiar pears and tiny kiwis ended up in your Boxes.

Tips & How To's
6 Easy Recipes to Eat Your Way Back into Routine

Getting back into routine is easier than you think with these 6 simple lunch and dinner recipes for busy days.

Wonky News

Autumn Veggie Guide

As Autumn arrives, it brings chiller winter months. But it's not all bad news! The cold weather creates a great environment for growing an array of cooler winter crops.

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Tips & How To's

Check out some of these insights, tips, and tricks for a low-waste lifestyle.

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Fighting Waste

Discover our community's latest news, inspiring stories, and innovative practices.

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Wonky News

Discover impactful solutions, practical tips, and inspiring stories to combat food waste.

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Grower Journal

Hear from growers who are sending their produce to Wonky Box in a bid to reduce food waste.

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Tips & How To's

Check out some of these insights, tips, and tricks for a low-waste lifestyle.

Tips & How To's
6 Easy Recipes to Eat Your Way Back into Routine

Getting back into routine is easier than you think with these 6 simple lunch and dinner recipes for busy days.

Watermelon rinds low waste recipe
Tips & How To's
From Waste to Taste: How to use Watermelon Rind

There's more to watermelon than the juicy pink flesh. Give these 3 clever waste reducing rind recipes a try.

Tips & How To's
5 Creative Ways To Use Avocado Skins & Stones

Avocado skins and stones are often discarded, but they have so much hidden potential. We've put together five innovative ways to make the most of every part of this versatile fruit.

Tips & How To's
How to Store & Prepare Asparagus

To leave them on the bench, place them in the fridge, or use the water and sandwich bag technique? Here are the answers on how to store asparagus.

Tips & How To's
How To Blanch Broccoli To Perfection

Blanching broccoli is crucial to preserving its vibrant green colour, flavour, and texture. Follow our guide to perfect broccoli blanching.

Tips & How To's
How To De-Fuzz A Kiwifruit

Kiwifruit skin is a nutritious powerhouse, packed with antioxidants, fibre, vitamins, and potassium. Learn our de-fuzzing method for easy consumption!

Tips & How To's
How To Ripen Avocados Faster

When avocados are plucked from the tree, they're far from the creamy, ripe fruit you're eager to enjoy. Here are a few tips for faster ripening!

Tips & How To's
How To Wash Your Leeks Hack

Leeks can be a great ingredient, but they tend to trap dirt and sand in their layers. Not to worry! We've got a practical leek-washing hack that's both efficient and speedy.

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1/3 of food globally is wasted and it’s estimated that up to 40% of produce grown doesn’t leave the farm gate.

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