Certain shoppers have become so fed up with these problems that they’ve stopped buying Aldi produce altogether.

“[I’ve] had some of the weirdest produce experiences with Aldi.

Not worth the risk, I’ll literally go anywhere else for produce,” a customerlamentedon Reddit.

Aldi store exterior

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All of the products mentioned in this story are currently in stock near me in central New Jersey.

It’s fresh, mild in flavor, vibrantly green, and the perfect addition to any sandwich.

The thyme itself is flavorful, plentiful, and tends to last me at least a couple weeks.

Tanimura & Antle Boston Lettuce

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A 12-ounce container was selling for $2.99 at my local Aldi.

The peppers always look amazing thanks to their shiny, unblemished skin.

The flesh is crunchy and vegetal when raw, but then becomes smoky and a little sweet when cooked.

Aldi Meyer Farms Thyme

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An eight-ounce bag was selling for $0.85 at my local Aldi.

The product is currently selling for $1.99 at my local Aldi.

The tight packaging seems to protect the squash’s delicate green skin from getting too damaged in the bin.

Sunset Wild Wonders tomato medley

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The squash was selling for $1.45 a pound at my local Aldi during my last visit.

Bunches were selling for $0.65 apiece at my local Aldi.

Aldi Freshire Farms Jalapenos

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Aldi ginger root

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Aldi Freshire Farms Zucchini

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Tanimura & Antle Cilantro

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