Story of Seasons Best Crops Each Season: Expert 2026 Guide

Updated by Garvit Sharma
October 7, 2025
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Are you ready to transform your farm in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar from a struggling patch of dirt into a gold-making machine? I’ve spent countless hours researching and testing every crop combination to bring you the most comprehensive guide to the best crops by season in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar.

Whether you’re a newcomer to Zephyr Town or a seasoned farmer looking to optimize your profits, this guide will walk you through exactly which crops to plant each season, how to process them for maximum profit, and the secret strategies that most players miss. Trust me, once you implement these techniques, you’ll be swimming in gold and upgrading your farm faster than you ever thought possible.

Best Crops by Season: Quick Reference (March 2026)

Before we dive deep into each season, here’s a quick reference table showing the most profitable crops for each season based on my research:

Season	Best Raw Crops	Best Processed Products	Top Profit Potential
Spring	Wheat, Rice, Soybean	Pickled Radish, Pickled Cabbage	221G per harvest (Wheat)
Summer	Banana Trees, Lemon Trees	Melon Tea, Watermelon Tea	3,360G per harvest (Banana)
Autumn	Green Grapes, Red Grapes	Pickled Cauliflower, Melon Tea	2,422G per harvest (Green Grapes)
Winter	Apple Trees, Lemon Trees	Pickled Green Onion, Pickled Cabbage	2,380G per harvest (Apple)

Spring Crops: Foundation for Success

Spring is your foundation season, where you’ll set up the infrastructure for year-round success. Based on my research across multiple sources, Spring crops might not seem as flashy as Summer or Autumn varieties, but they’re absolutely crucial for long-term profitability.

Top Spring Raw Crops

From my analysis of profit calculations and growth data, here are the best Spring crops to focus on:

1. Wheat (Profit: 221G per harvest)

Growth Period: 6 days
Yield: 5 per harvest
Why it’s great: Wheat is the unsung hero of Spring farming. With a profit of 221G per harvest and multiple uses, it’s your ticket to early-game wealth. You can craft flour and foodstuffs, making it incredibly versatile for cooking and processing.

2. Rice (Profit: 196G per harvest)

Growth Period: 11 days
Yield: 5 per harvest
Why it’s great: Don’t let the longer growth time fool you – Rice is essential for vinegar production, which you’ll need for pickling throughout the year. Growing your own rice ensures high-quality vinegar for your pickled products.

3. Soybean (Profit: 185G per harvest)

Growth Period: 9 days
Yield: 5 per harvest
Why it’s great: Another multi-harvest crop that provides steady income. Soybeans are great for cooking and can be processed into various products.

4. Strawberry (Profit: 108G per harvest)

Growth Period: 8 days
Yield: 3 per harvest
Why it’s great: While not the highest profit crop, strawberries are perfect for making Strawberry Tea, which becomes quite profitable when processed.

Best Spring Processed Products

Here’s where the real money starts rolling in. Based on the comprehensive spreadsheet data I found, these processed products will significantly boost your Spring income:

1. Pickled Radish

Ingredients: Radish + Vinegar
Why it’s profitable: Pickling transforms your humble radishes into gold mines. The processing time is minimal, and the profit margin is substantial.

2. Pickled Cabbage

Ingredients: Cabbage + Vinegar
Why it’s profitable: Cabbages have a high base value (470G), and pickling them increases their worth even more. This is one of your best early-game money makers.

3. Strawberry Tea

Ingredients: Strawberry + Spring Tea Leaves
Why it’s profitable: Tea products always sell for premium prices, and Strawberry Tea is no exception. It’s relatively easy to produce and sells consistently well.

Pro Spring Strategy

I’ve found that the key to Spring success is balancing immediate profit with future preparation. Here’s my recommended approach:

First Week: Plant mostly Wheat and Rice for processing materials
Second Week: Add Soybeans and some high-value crops like Cabbage
Third Week: Focus on processing your first harvests into pickled goods
Fourth Week: Start preparing for Summer by planting any remaining Spring crops

Remember to use fertilizer daily to increase crop quality – higher quality crops mean higher profits when sold or processed!

Summer Crops: Where Profits Explode?

Summer is where your farm really starts to shine. Based on my extensive research, Summer offers the highest profit potential of any season, especially when you factor in tree crops and processing.

Top Summer Raw Crops

Summer is all about tree crops and high-value vegetables. Here’s what you should be planting:

1. Banana Trees (Profit: 3,360G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why it’s incredible: Banana trees are the single most profitable crop in the entire game when you factor in their multiple harvests. Yes, they take 14 days to mature, but once they start producing, you’ll get 7 bananas per harvest with multiple harvests throughout the season. The 3,360G profit calculation accounts for the initial seed cost and total seasonal yield.

2. Lemon Trees (Profit: 1,799G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why it’s amazing: Lemon trees are your second-best tree option. They’re slightly less profitable than bananas but still offer incredible returns. Plus, lemons are essential for various tea recipes.

3. Watermelon (Profit: 232G per harvest)

Growth Period: 9 days
Yield: 1 per harvest
Why it’s strategic: While the single-harvest profit might seem modest, Watermelon becomes a superstar when processed into Watermelon Tea in Autumn. Plant these in late Summer to have them ready for Autumn processing.

4. Green Bell Pepper (Profit: 240G per harvest)

Growth Period: 8 days
Yield: 4 per harvest
Why it’s consistent: This regrowing crop provides steady income throughout the season. With 4 harvests per plant, you’ll get consistent returns with minimal replanting.

Best Summer Processed Products

Summer processing is where the magic really happens. Based on my analysis of profit margins and processing times:

1. Melon Tea

Ingredients: Melon + Summer Tea Leaves
Sale Price: 1,188G per tin
Why it’s profitable: Melon Tea is one of your best summer processed goods. The profit margin is enormous compared to selling raw melons.

2. Watermelon Tea

Ingredients: Watermelon + Summer Tea Leaves
Sale Price: 1,342G per tin
Why it’s essential: This is why you plant watermelons in Summer! Watermelon Tea sells for premium prices and should be a cornerstone of your summer processing strategy.

3. Pickled Pumpkin

Ingredients: Pumpkin + Vinegar
Why it’s great: Pumpkins are relatively quick to grow (5 days) and pickling them turns them into consistent sellers.

4. Summer Bouquets

Ingredients: Various Summer Flowers
Why they’re profitable: Don’t overlook flowers! Summer bouquets sell for excellent prices and require minimal maintenance.

Advanced Summer Strategy

Here’s my advanced strategy for maximizing Summer profits:

Early Summer: Plant all your tree crops first (Bananas, Lemons, Peaches)
Mid-Summer: Add regrowing crops like Green Bell Peppers and Tomatoes
Late Summer: Plant Watermelons for Autumn processing
Throughout: Process everything you can at the windmills

The key bottleneck in Summer is often mill space rather than field space. I recommend upgrading your windmills as soon as possible to keep up with your harvest volume.

Autumn Crops: Tea Time Profits

Autumn is where your careful Summer planning pays off. This season is all about tea production and high-value fruit crops. Based on my research, Autumn can be your most profitable season if you play your cards right.

Top Autumn Raw Crops

Autumn crops are dominated by high-value fruits and the all-important tea leaves:

1. Green Grapes (Profit: 2,422G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why it’s the best: Green Grapes are your most profitable Autumn crop, period. The combination of high yield per harvest and excellent sale price makes them unbeatable. Plus, they’re essential for Green Grape Tea.

2. Red Grapes (Profit: 2,415G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why it’s almost as good: Red Grapes are just slightly behind Green Grapes in profitability. Having both gives you variety and ensures you can make different tea varieties.

3. Apple Trees (Profit: 2,380G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why they’re reliable: Apple trees are incredibly profitable and continue producing into Winter, making them an excellent investment.

4. Cauliflower (Profit: 552G per harvest)

Growth Period: 6 days
Yield: 2 per harvest
Why it’s surprising: Cauliflower might not seem like a superstar, but when pickled, it becomes one of your most profitable processed goods.

Best Autumn Processed Products

Autumn processing is all about tea. Here are your money-makers:

1. Pickled Cauliflower

Ingredients: Cauliflower + Vinegar
Why it’s profitable: This is your highest-profit pickled item. The combination of cauliflower’s decent base value and the pickling multiplier makes it incredibly lucrative.

2. Melon Tea

Ingredients: Melon + Autumn Tea Leaves
Sale Price: 1,188G per tin
Why it’s consistent: If you saved melons from Summer, now’s the time to cash in. Melon tea sells consistently well.

3. Watermelon Tea

Ingredients: Watermelon + Autumn Tea Leaves
Sale Price: 1,342G per tin
Why it’s premium: This is your most expensive tea product. The high sale price justifies saving watermelons from Summer specifically for this purpose.

4. Autumn Bouquet

Ingredients: Various Autumn Flowers
Why they’re valuable: Autumn bouquets sell for excellent prices and are relatively easy to produce.

Tea Production Mastery

Tea is the name of the game in Autumn. Here’s my tea production strategy:

Plant大量 Autumn Tea Leaves: These should take up at least 25% of your field space
Save Summer Fruits: Keep melons and watermelons specifically for tea production
Process in Batches: Don’t process one tea tin at a time – wait until you have enough ingredients for multiple batches
Consider Brewing: The final step – brewing your tea into drinks – can add even more profit (some teas sell for over 1,500G per cup!)

Winter Crops: Preparation and Processing

Winter offers fewer planting options but is perfect for processing and preparation. Based on my research, Winter is all about using your stored crops and focusing on high-value tree crops.

Top Winter Raw Crops

Winter planting is limited, but these crops are worth your time:

1. Apple Trees (Profit: 2,380G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why they’re still great: Apple trees continue producing in Winter, providing consistent income with no additional planting required.

2. Lemon Trees (Profit: 1,799G per harvest)

Growth Period: 14 days
Yield: 7 per harvest
Why they’re reliable: Like apples, lemon trees keep producing and provide excellent returns.

3. Cabbage (Profit: 250G per harvest)

Growth Period: 7 days
Yield: 1 per harvest
Why it’s worth it: Cabbages have a high base value and are perfect for pickling. In Winter, when options are limited, they’re a solid choice.

4. Burdock (Profit: 245G per harvest)

Growth Period: 7 days
Yield: 3 per harvest
Why it’s underrated: Burdock is a surprising Winter standout with good profit potential and multiple harvests.

Best Winter Processed Products

Winter processing focuses on using stored crops and creating high-value items:

1. Pickled Green Onion

Ingredients: Green Onion + Vinegar
Why it’s profitable: Green onions grow quickly in Winter and pickling them significantly increases their value.

2. Pickled Cabbage

Ingredients: Cabbage + Vinegar
Why it’s consistent: Just like in other seasons, pickled cabbage remains a reliable money maker.

3. Winter Bouquets

Ingredients: Various Winter Flowers
Why they’re valuable: Winter flowers are limited but bouquets made from them sell for premium prices.

4. Brewed Tea

Ingredients: Various Tea Tins
Why it’s the final step: If you have tea tins from previous seasons, Winter is the perfect time to brew them into final tea products. Some brewed teas sell for over 1,500G per cup!

Winter Strategy: Preparation Mode

Winter is less about planting and more about preparation. Here’s my Winter strategy:

Focus on Processing: Use your windmills to process all stored crops from previous seasons
Upgrade Tools: Use the slower farming pace to upgrade your tools and equipment
Plan for Spring: Start planning your Spring crop layout and save money for seeds
Maintain Tree Crops: Keep harvesting from your established tree crops
Raise Nature Sprite Levels: Use the extra time to increase your relationships with Nature Sprites for better crop quality

2026 Advanced Farming Techniques

Now that we’ve covered the seasonal basics, let me share some advanced techniques I’ve discovered that will take your farming to the next level.

Quality Over Quantity: Star Rank System

The star rank system is crucial for maximizing profits. Here’s what I’ve learned:

1. Fertilizer is Your Best Friend

Make fertilizer from 2 weeds or 1 rotten crop at any windmill
Apply fertilizer daily to every crop
Higher star ranks = higher sale prices
A 5-star crop can sell for 2-3 times the base price

2. Soil Quality Upgrades

Talk to Garon at the bazaar about soil upgrades
These are expensive but guarantee higher quality crops
Worth the investment in Year 2 when you have more gold

3. Seed Saving

Convert high-quality crops into seeds of the same quality
This allows you to maintain high-quality crops across seasons
Use the blue windmill for seed conversion

Field Management Mastery

How you arrange your fields matters more than you might think:

1. Field Expansion

Talk to Wilbur at the bazaar to expand your fields
You can have up to 4 fields total (including the cellar)
Each field holds 54 plots = over 200 crops when fully optimized

2. Strategic Layout

Place tree crops first (they need 9 plots each)
Arrange regrowing crops together for efficient harvesting
Keep single-harvest crops grouped for easy replanting

3. Jump Harvesting

Double-jump increases your harvesting range
This saves significant time on large fields
Upgrade your tools to make this even more efficient

Bazaar Strategy: Timing is Everything

The bazaar is where you’ll make most of your money. Here’s my bazaar strategy:

1. Watch for Trends

Each week, certain items become “trending”
Trending items sell for 30% more
Save your high-value items for when they’re trending

2. Perfect Freshness

Crops have limited shelf life after harvesting
Sell or process them while “Perfectly Fresh” for maximum value
Plan your harvesting schedule around bazaar days

3. Price Manipulation

Don’t sell everything at once
Hold back some inventory to create artificial scarcity
This can drive up prices for your remaining goods

2026 Processing Profits: The Real Money Maker

Raw crops are nice, but processed goods are where the real money is. Based on my analysis of hundreds of profit calculations, here’s what you need to know:

The Processing Hierarchy

Not all processed goods are created equal. Here’s the hierarchy from most to least profitable:

1. Brewed Tea (Highest Profit)

Final step in tea production
Can sell for 1,500G+ per cup
Requires tea tins as ingredients

2. Tea Tins

Intermediate tea products
Sell for 500-1,300G each
Essential for brewing

3. Pickled Goods

Reliable profit generators
Consistent demand at bazaar
Easy to produce in bulk

4. Seedlings

Good for long-term profit
Higher sale price than raw crops
Take longer to produce

Windmill Management

Your windmills are your profit centers. Here’s how to manage them effectively:

1. Upgrade Priority

Blue Windmill: Seed conversion (priority #1)
Red Windmill: Basic processing
Yellow Windmill: Tea production (priority #2)

2. Production Scheduling

Don’t let windmills sit idle
Queue up multiple production runs
Plan around mill processing times

3. Bottleneck Management

Identify your bottleneck (mill space vs field space)
If mill space is limited, focus on high-profit-per-hour items
If field space is limited, focus on high-profit-per-plot items

Common Mistakes to Avoid

After analyzing countless farm strategies, I’ve identified the most common mistakes that hold players back:

Mistake #1: Ignoring Tree Crops

Many players focus on field crops and ignore trees. This is a huge mistake because:

Tree crops provide multiple harvests
They have the highest total seasonal profit
They continue producing across multiple seasons

Solution: Plant tree crops in your first Spring and Summer. They take time to mature but pay off enormously.

Mistake #2: Not Processing Enough

Selling raw crops is leaving money on the table. Here’s why processing is essential:

Processed goods sell for 2-5x the raw price
They have longer shelf life
They’re less affected by price fluctuations

Solution: Process at least 50% of your crops. Save the rest for high-quality seed production.

Mistake #3: Poor Field Management

Disorganized fields waste time and reduce efficiency. Common problems include:

Not leaving space for tree expansion
Mixing regrowing and single-harvest crops
Inefficient watering and harvesting routes

Solution: Plan your field layout carefully. Group similar crops together and leave clear paths for movement.

Mistake #4: Ignoring Bazaar Trends

Many players sell everything immediately without watching trends. This means:

Missing out on 30% trend bonuses
Selling during low-price periods
Not taking advantage of supply and demand

Solution: Save high-value items and check trends each week. Time your sales for maximum profit.

Year-by-Year Progression Guide

Here’s how I recommend progressing through your first few years:

Year 1: Foundation Building

Spring:

Focus on Wheat, Rice, and Soybeans
Start building fertilizer stockpiles
Begin basic pickling operations

Summer:

Plant your first tree crops (Bananas, Lemons)
Add regrowing crops like Green Bell Peppers
Start saving for windmill upgrades

Autumn:

Focus on tea production
Process Summer fruits into tea tins
Begin brewing operations

Winter:

Process remaining stored crops
Upgrade tools and equipment
Plan Year 2 strategy

Year 2: Optimization and Expansion

Spring:

Expand fields immediately
Plant high-quality seeds from Year 1
Focus on premium pickled goods

Summer:

Add more tree varieties
Optimize processing schedules
Begin large-scale tea production

Autumn:

Master the tea brewing process
Focus on highest-profit items
Take advantage of quality bonuses

Winter:

Maximize tool upgrades
Perfect your processing workflow
Prepare for Year 3 expansion

Year 3: Profit Maximization

By Year 3, you should be:

Operating all 4 fields at maximum efficiency
Producing only 4-5 star crops
Focusing exclusively on highest-profit processed goods
Having enough gold to buy anything you need

FAQ: Common Questions About Seasonal Crops

What are the most profitable crops in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar?

Based on my comprehensive analysis, the most profitable crops by season are:

Spring: Wheat (221G profit per harvest)
Summer: Banana Trees (3,360G profit per harvest)
Autumn: Green Grapes (2,422G profit per harvest)
Winter: Apple Trees (2,380G profit per harvest)

However, the real profit comes from processing these crops into pickled goods, tea tins, and brewed tea, which can multiply their value by 2-5 times.

Should I focus on raw crops or processed goods?

Always focus on processed goods! While raw crops provide immediate income, processed goods offer significantly higher profit margins. Here’s a quick comparison:

Raw Watermelon: 540G
Watermelon Tea Tin: 1,342G (2.5x increase)
Brewed Watermelon Tea: 1,500G+ (3x+ increase)

I recommend processing at least 70% of your crops and only selling raw crops when they’re trending at the bazaar.

How important are tree crops compared to field crops?

Tree crops are absolutely essential for maximum profit. While they take longer to mature (14 days vs 4-9 days for most field crops), they offer several advantages:

Multiple harvests per season
Higher total seasonal profit
Continue producing across multiple seasons
Better return on investment over time

I recommend dedicating at least 30% of your field space to tree crops starting from your first Summer.

What’s the best way to increase crop quality?

Increasing crop quality is crucial for maximizing profits. Here are the most effective methods:

1. Daily Fertilizer Application

Make fertilizer from weeds or rotten crops
Apply to every crop every day
This is the most reliable quality improvement method

2. Soil Quality Upgrades

Available from Garon at the bazaar
Expensive but guarantees higher minimum quality
Worth the investment in Year 2

3. High-Quality Seeds

Convert high-quality crops into seeds
Plant these for better quality next season
Use the blue windmill for seed conversion

4. Nature Sprite Relationships

Higher relationship levels improve crop quality
Give gifts and talk to Nature Sprites daily
This provides passive quality bonuses

How do I manage my windmills effectively?

Windmill management is crucial for maximizing processing profits. Here’s my strategy:

1. Upgrade Priority

Blue Windmill (seed conversion)
Yellow Windmill (tea production)
Red Windmill (basic processing)

2. Production Scheduling

Never let windmills sit idle
Queue up multiple production runs
Plan around processing times (tea takes 8 hours, pickling takes 6 hours)

3. Bottleneck Management

If mill space is limited: Focus on high-profit-per-hour items
If field space is limited: Focus on high-profit-per-plot items
Balance both by adjusting your crop mix

What’s the best field layout for maximum efficiency?

After testing dozens of layouts, here’s the most efficient field arrangement:

1. Tree Placement (Priority #1)

Place trees first in a 3×3 grid pattern
Leave 1 plot space between trees for easy access
Arrange trees by harvest season for efficient harvesting

2. Regrowing Crops

Group all regrowing crops together
Place them near field edges for easy access
Arrange by harvest time for efficient watering

3. Single-Harvest Crops

Plant in large, rectangular blocks
Leave clear paths for movement and harvesting
Group by growth period for efficient replanting

4. Access Paths

Maintain 2-plot wide paths throughout the field
This allows for double-jump harvesting
Reduces time spent moving between crops

How important are bazaar trends for maximizing profit?

Bazaar trends are incredibly important – they can increase your profits by 30%! Here’s how to take advantage of them:

1. Trend Monitoring

Check the bazaar board each Saturday
Note which items are trending for the coming week
Save relevant crops and processed goods

2. Strategic Holding

Don’t sell everything immediately
Hold back high-value items that might trend
Create storage space for trend speculation

3. Perfect Timing

Sell trending items on the last day of the trend
This maximizes the 30% bonus
Time your harvests to coincide with trends

What’s the best early-game strategy for new players?

For new players, I recommend this early-game strategy:

Week 1-2 (Spring):

Plant mostly Wheat and Rice
Focus on building fertilizer stockpiles
Start basic pickling with Radishes and Cabbages

Week 3-4 (Spring):

Add Soybeans and Strawberries
Begin processing more complex goods
Save money for Summer tree seeds

Summer Week 1:

Plant Banana and Lemon trees immediately
Add some fast-growing crops like Green Bell Peppers
Continue processing Spring crops

Summer Week 2-4:

Focus on tree care and maintenance
Begin saving fruits for Autumn tea production
Upgrade windmills when possible

This strategy builds a strong foundation while teaching you the core mechanics of profitable farming.

Final Thoughts

Mastering the best crops by season in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is about more than just knowing what to plant – it’s about understanding the entire economic system of the game. By focusing on tree crops, processing your goods, and taking advantage of bazaar trends, you’ll transform your farm from a struggling patch of dirt into a gold-making machine.

Remember that farming success comes from patience and planning. Those banana trees might seem expensive now, but by Autumn, you’ll be laughing all the way to the bank. The same goes for your tea production – it might take time to set up, but once you’re brewing premium teas, you’ll have more gold than you know what to do with.

I hope this comprehensive guide helps you achieve farming success in Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar. If you found this helpful, be sure to bookmark it for future reference, as I’ll be updating it regularly with new strategies and information as the game evolves.

Happy farming, and may your bazaar always be booming!