A
greengrocer, also called a
produce market or
fruiterer, is a
retail trader in
fruit and
vegetables; that is, in green
groceries. Greengrocer is primarily a
British and
Australian term, and greengrocers' shops were once common in cities, towns and villages. They have been affected by the dominant rise of
supermarkets, but many can be found managing small shops or stores in towns and cities and in some villages. Greengrocers can also be found in street markets and malls, or managing produce departments at supermarkets. Such traders typically handle the entire business of buying, selling, and book-keeping themselves.
