Harvest Trails by Daniela on the ABC Radio with Simon Marnie

I'm back on ABC radio, talking to Simon Marnie about what's happening along the Harvest Trail this weekend. Below is a snapshot of what we talked about and some links to get you out there exploring the farms across the Sydney Basin. Enjoy your weekend, Daniela

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It's the final weekend of the Wollombi Valley Sculpture Festival. The last day is Sunday (tomorrow), so make sure to take a trip to Wollombi to enjoy it, as it's only 90 minutes from Sydney.

Markets 

Castle Hill Farmers & Fine Food Market 

Castle Hill showground. 8 am to 12 noon.

It's Happy Birthday to the markets. They are 22 yo. 

They really want to express their gratitude for everyone's support. The growers, producers and shoppers continue to come rain, hail, or shine, and that keeps the market thriving. Thank you!

Carriageworks Farmers Market 

Saturday 28th September 2024 

8 am to 1 pm 

A treasure trove of fresh produce and all undercover in Sydney

Camden Fresh Produce Market

Open Every Saturday 7 am - 12 Noon 

Camden Town Farm 4o Exeter Street Camden

Central Coast

Gosford City Farmers Market is on Sunday 7 am to 1 pm 

Organic Food Markets

Hosted right across Sydney - Organic Food Markets that are held on Saturdays or Sunday. 

From the Innerwest to the Northern Beaches. 

Leichhardt Saturday (8.00 am to 1:00 pm).

Marrickville, Sunday. 9 am to 3 pm. 

Seaforth. Sunday 8 am to 12:30 pm. 

Mona Vale, Sunday 8:30am to 1 pm. 

Where to visit farms this weekend

Bilpin Fruit Bowl

PYO Strawberries 

Strawberries are grown in hot houses, so rain, hail or shine you will be able to walk around the hot houses and PYO.  

Saturday 28th September from 10am-2pm

Sunday 29th September from 10am-2pm

Strawberries $20.00/kg

Bookings are not necessary, you can just turn up and get in.

Adults $20 per person

Children $10 per person

Under 3yrs of age free to enter

Andersons Farm 

Sackville North 

PYO Oranges and Lemons 

Some of the trees are more than 80 years old.

Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th September 2024 

Bookings via their website. 

Entry fee is $5 pp and its cash only. 


Meliora Farm Peats Ridge

PYO Orange, Lemons and Limes 

Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th September 2024

Cost of $30 for a Meliora farm bag that you can fill up with their delicious citrus.  Approximately 10kg of fruit per bag.

Book via their website. 

The Giving Farm, Jilliby 

Sunday 29th September, 2024 

For the kids - Farm Animal Cuddle, Pat & Feed experience

This one is for animal lovers where kids have the chance to learn and feed their farm animals on a certified organic farm. 

Meet the cuddle crew, goats and kids, and learn about sheep's wool from their babydoll sheep and little lamb. There are lots of farm activities for children and a hunt for blue eggs. Book online $27.50 pp. 

Photo thanks to ABC 702AM. Download the Radio APP to listen to the Weekend Mornings Show.

Along the Harvest Trails with Weekend Morning ABC702 AM

I'm back on the radio, chatting to Simon Marnie about all things Harvest Trails and Markets across the Sydney Basin. Here's a screenshot of where to shop, visit, and support our local farmers and growers. Thanks, Daniela


All about locally grown Winter veggies at the markets today. The very best of 

Asian Vegetables, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Leek, Spinach, Mandarins and Oranges 


Markets

Carriageworks Farmers Market 

Saturday 22nd June 2024 

A treasure trove of fresh produce and all undercover in Sydney from 8 am to 1 pm.  

https://www.facebook.com/CarriageworksFarmersMarket



Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market 

Saturday 22nd June 2024 

Castle Hill Showground 8 am to 12 noon. 

https://www.facebook.com/HarvestTrailsAndMarkets


Organic Food Markets Saturday 22nd June. 

Leichhardt - Orange Grove Markets from 8 am to 1 pm. 

https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/Markets_Solo?market=LEICHHARDT&id=4


Camden Fresh Produce Market

Open Every Saturday 7 am - 12 Noon 

Camden Town Farm 4o Exeter Street Camden

https://www.facebook.com/camdenfreshproducemarketarket


Sunday Markets 

Central Coast and Surrounds the 

Gosford City Farmers Market is on Sunday 7 am to 1 pm 

https://www.facebook.com/gosfordcityfarmersmarket


Inner West 

Organic Food Markets in Marrickville Sunday 9 am to 3 pm. 

https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/Markets_Solo?market=MARRICKVILLE&id=15


Northern Beach Mona Vale Sunday, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm

https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/Markets


PICK YOUR OWN 

Glenbernie Family Farms

It's going to be a fantastic weekend at Glenbernie with their Pick Your Own event. You can PYO sunflowers. The kids can feed the cows, meet the mini goats, see alpaca mum, and her cria (baby). There will be a jumping castle the kids and a great picnic area for the whole family to enjoy. 

Bells Line Of Road Kurmond

No Bookings but there is a $10 adult entry fee and $5 per child. 

They have plenty of seasonal produce available for sale all grown on the farm. 

Saturday 9 AM - 2:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM - 3 PM


TNT PRODUCE in right in the heart of Bilpin.
It's Oranges and Lemons… and some Pink Lady Apples to PYO. 

Saturday 22nd June.

Bookings via their website. 

Pink Lady Apples are half price at $2.50 p/k 

Oranges and Lemons are $5 p/k 

Follow their website for Sunday PYO details. 

https://tntproduce.com.au/


South of Sydney Thirlmere, Wollondilly 

Berrylicious Strawberries

PYO Strawberries 

grow in a unique system inside greenhouses and all pesticide-free

Last PYO weekend with bookings is essential, but today only. 

https://www.facebook.com/berryliciousstrawberries


Sneak Peak into next week on the Central Coast: Look out for:

https://www.facebook.com/pickyourownorangesdooralong

Meliora Farm PYO Oranges https://meliorafarm.com.au/whats-on/#booking

Wyuna Farm PYO Oranges https://www.facebook.com/events/408174911814356

8 Amazing stays with Saunas across Australia

We built our own Sauna into the Shearers Studio to add that extra winter comfort. It’s a little extravagant given the beautiful wood stove at the end of the King Bed - but we build because we love the process and the challenge.

Our Sauna is an authentic Wood-fire Finnish Dry Sauna, with an imported wood stove and beautiful Red Cedar paneling. The Red Cedar windows and benches were milled by us from a discarded pergola in Hunters Hill. They were large & exceptional pieces (after quite a few hours work!).

We wanted the Studio to be an amazing, yet humble, sleeping and stay experience, and the relaxation you get from a Sauna elevates this to another level. We are so glad Saunas are having a revival at the moment, they certainly deserve to.

More about our sauna below by travel journalist CELESTE MITCHELL in the Australian Traveller magazine April 2024:-

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Shearers Studio at Little Valley Farm, NSW

Hovering above a machinery shed on a working farm in the Wollombi Valley, the sauna experience at Little Valley Farm is as down-to-earth and authentic as it is secluded.

Crafted by hand by co-owner Euan Wilcox, using mostly reclaimed timber, the Finnish wood-fired sauna and adjacent rainwater-fed shower is beloved by guests who report the deepest sleep they’ve had in years – especially snuggled in the king size bed beneath a handmade doona filled with alpaca wool from their farm.

The Shearers Studio is set 100 metres from their other quirky accommodation offering – a 1950s Sydney Train carriage.


Full article at here…

Chatting all things Harvest Trails today

What's happening along the harvest trails this weekend? I'm planning to have a chat with Simon Marnie from the ABC702AM Weekend Morning Show. Tune in around 6:30 am - 7 am to listen to our discussion.

~ Saturday 4th November 2023.

Below is a list of places to explore, including the ones we talked about.

PICK YOUR OWN 

Canoelands Orchard 

PYO Peaches, Nectarines and Berries. 

New sessions are available, and bookings are essential. 

Open 9-2 weekdays and 9-4 weekends.

PEACHES are NOW available as well as some yummy nectarines. $6.00 per kilo.

Berries are available at $15 per kilo. Due to their high demand, we recommend that you book a Friday or Saturday morning picking in advance. Please note that the availability of berries changes frequently, and they need to assess the situation regularly. 

Www.bookingscanoelands.com

TNT Produce Bilpin 

PYO Strawberries 

OPEN Saturday 4th, but the strawberry PYO is only on Sunday. 

Sunday 5th November 2023 for PYO STRAWBERRIES.

OPEN 10 am to 4 pm or until sold out. 

Entry is $10 per adult / $5 for children 3 to 12 

You can try it before you buy it!  $20 kilo for what you pick

They are not taking bookings at the moment, walk-ins only.

No EFTPOS is available so bring cash. 

Dogs on a leash are welcome.

Check their Instagram or Facebook for updates on strawberry picking days.

TNT Produce 153 Kurts Road, Bilpin

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054382157120

Bilpin Fruit Bowl 

PYO Strawberries 

Weekend PYO only from 10 am to 4 pm. 

Jump on the Bilpin Fruit Bowl website to book your session. 

2093 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin 

https://bilpinfruitbowl.com.au/product/pick-your-own-booking/


Pine Crest Orchard Bilpin 

Cherry season has started

SHOP Sales only on Saturday 4th November for delicious cherries. 

They will not be open for pick-your-own due to recent rainfall, insufficiently low cherries to pick, and extensive damage to our trees from last weekend.  You can purchase cherries from their shop and jump on their website for the next cherries PYO. 

If you miss out they have the most delicious home made cherry ice cream to enjoy.

https://www.facebook.com/pinecrestorchard

The Giving Farm Central Coast Jilliby

PYO Blueberries 

Saturday and Sunday sessions to book online. 

Certified organic blueberries, and they are seriously incredible! 

Make sure you book online, as it's a small family farm, and you just pay for what you pick on the day. They have seasonal pick-your-own flower events throughout the year so keep an eye on their website for upcoming dates.

https://www.facebook.com/TheGivingFarmAU

https://thegivingfarm.com.au/


Markets

Northside Produce Markets North Sydney 

8 am to 12 noon 

This warmer than usual Spring brings Tradie Fresh Produce from Orange to Northside Produce Market earlier than expected. Not only will they have their Early Sweet variety of cherries they'll also have their luscious mulberries. https://www.facebook.com/NorthsideProduceMarket

The new-ish markets at Stanmore

Stanmore Community Markets 

They opened in September

Today 8 am to 1 pm Every Saturday.  Artisan and Gourmet Food + Fresh produce.

58-76 Stanmore Road, Stanmore https://www.facebook.com/stanmorecommunitymarkets

http://www.stanmorecommunitymarkets.com.au/

Carriageworks Farmers Market 

Every Saturday, 8 am to 1 pm

The market is a Sydney institution providing the freshest seasonal produce from the best growers and producers from around NSW. Talk to the farmer firsthand and learn the stories behind your food. Find organic and biodynamic produce, artisan breads, boutique wines, single-origin coffee, herbal teas, meat and freshly cut flowers. 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

Stallholder list: https://carriageworks.com.au/events/carriageworks-farmers-market

Camden Fresh Produce Market

Open Every Saturday 7am - 12Noon 

Camden Town Farm 4o Exeter Street Camden

https://www.facebook.com/camdenfreshproducemarketarket

Organic Food Markets

Open-air markets are right across Sydney. 

Find Certified Organic food, artisan gourmet produce and conventional fresh fruit & veg, freshly baked bread and patisserie, seasonal produce from the farmer and other delicacies. In fact, all the goodies you love to eat are at the markets every week, rain or shine.

Newcastle - Friday & Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm

Leichhardt - Saturday, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Marrickville - Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm

Mona Vale - Sunday, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm

Seaforth - Sunday, 8:00 am to 12:30 pm

https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/


Photo credit ABC702 AM Weekend Morning, Simon Marnie

Harvest Trails on ABC 702AM Morning Weekends

Hey there! So this morning I was chatting with Simon Marnie on ABC 702AM Weekend Morning Show, and we talked about some amazing places. Here are the links in case you're interested in checking them out too! Thanks Daniela


Weekend Morning Show with Simon Marnie ABC 702AM

Experience the beauty of Sydney markets and help support local farmers and producers while enjoying a fantastic day.

Markets 

Castle Hill Farmers & Fine Food Market

Wow, this morning's lineup of Growers and Producers is simply amazing! You can find everything from delicious Australian seafood to mouth-watering Aussie-grown truffles. And on top of that, some incredible Artisans are showcasing their products. 

Saturday 8 am - 12 Noon

https://www.harvesttrailsandmarkets.com.au/all-markets/castle-hill-farmers-fine-food-market/


Look out for the new Jance Spirit Stall - Honey Mead 

Discover the delicious Jance Honey Spirit from 100% Australian honey sourced directly from our local beekeepers. Join James & Lance of Rouse Hill on their journey to bring you the best of what nature offers. Honey Mead. https://jance.com.au/


Carriageworks Farmers Market

245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

Winter Seasonal Market! Open 8 am-1 pm. Come along for all the best winter produce and get involved in the day's program. Jump on their website for full event info: 

Jump on their website for their weekly stallholder list. https://carriageworks.com.au/events/carriageworks-farmers-market/

Look out for Organic Food Markets across Sydney in

Lillyfield, Camden, St Ives, Seaforth, just to name a few. 

Discover one near you via the website 

https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/markets.php

Pick Your Own 

Wyuna Farms Central Coast 

Winter Navel oranges, juicy and sweet!

Ripe for picking this Saturday and Sunday and then next week for the last PYO session. 

No need to book + lots of parking and room to pick oranges. 

$20 BYO normal shopping bag to collect.  9:30 am to 1pm. Stay up to date https://www.facebook.com/wyunafarms

Pick your own Oranges Dooralong

They just had a massive school holiday PYO oranges and now opening for the next couple of weekends. 

10 am to 4 pm. No booking and no entry fee. Pay for what you pick. 

If you can’t make PYO this weekend on the Central Coast, there is a new one that we have not talked about before. Book online for next weekend up at Peats Ridge called

Meliora Farm

Cost is $30 for a Meliora farm bag that you can fill up with our delicious citrus. Approximately 12kg of fruit. (29th and 30th July). 

https://meliorafarm.com.au/whats-on/

More Winter time fruits to PYO 

Anderson Pick Your Own Fruit

Mandarines, Oranges and lemons along the beautiful Hawkesbury River. 

PYO morning or afternoon sessions to book online. 

Book via their website. $5 entry adult - $10 bucket

951 Sackville Ferry Road, Sackville North,

https://andersonfarm.com.au/

Cider Australia Awards by

Cider Australia 

Exciting news! This month marks the start of the biggest cider show in Australia - the Awards. It's known for being a leader in cider judging and has gained a great reputation both nationally and internationally.

Cider Australia is all about Australian cider makers using 100% Aussie grown produce.  Any cidermaker big or small can join the cider awards. Jump on their website for full details. https://www.cideraustralia.org.au/

Special thanks to Simon Marnie ABC 702 AM.

Listen, download here on the ABC App.

What's happening along the Harvest Trail this weekend

With winter in full swing, it's the perfect time to indulge in fresh, locally grown Australian produce. If you're looking for something to do this weekend or during the upcoming school holidays, why not consider picking your own fruit? You could even organize a family picnic and support your local farmers market. 

This morning I spoke to Simon Marnie of ABC Sydney, Weekend Mornings. Here's a quick overview to help you plan. Listen to the ABC Sydney radio - Saturday, 24th June 2023, from 6 am. You can also download the ABC app for the Weekend Mornings. Thanks, Daniela 


Anderson Pick Your Own Fruit

Just opened last weekend for PYO. 

Anderson Farm is based along the banks of the beautiful Hawkesbury River. It is a lovely place for a stroll through the trees. PYO morning or afternoon sessions to book online. 

Mandarins

- Imperial Mandarins - juicy and less seeds.

- Hicksons -  known for its superb flavour, the fruit is of medium size and is easily peeled

Oranges

-Washington Navels - tasty, seedless oranges in mid-winter  

-Seville oranges are small to medium in size. The flesh ranges in colour from yellow to deep orange and is soft, juicy, and filled with many cream-coloured seeds. When ripe, they are aromatic with a sour, acidic, tangy, and somewhat bitter taste - great for marmalade and cooking.

Book via their website. $5 entry adult - $10 bucket

951 Sackville Ferry Road, Sackville North,

https://andersonfarm.com.au/


Watkins Family Farm 

8th Generation of Watkins Family Citrus Growers farming at Laughtondale.

It's an exciting season as the trees are loaded with juicy fruit. With over 2000 fruit trees to

PYO this weekend - Mandarines.

What else to do? Make an event of it. 

Bring a picnic and have a great family day out. 

1006 Singleton Road, Laughtondale. Via Wisemans Ferry 

Jump on the website for full PYO info:

https://watkinsfamilyfarm.com.au


Canoelands Orchard, Canoelands 

PYO Imperial Mandarin’s at $6/kg, tiny but tasty!

Plus PYO juicy Navel Oranges also $6/kg. 

You are also welcome to BYO picnic or BBQ in the grassy area at the shop. 

Bookings are essential and open from 9am to 2 pm. 

Coming Soon Central Coast 

Speaking of Oranges, look out for July dates for Central Coast. 

PYO Winter time Navel Oranges at Wyuna Farm & Pick your own Oranges Dooralong

Markets 

Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market 

How lucky is The Hills District to have its own Farmers Market? It has been operating for almost 21 years now, providing fresh produce to the local community. Saturday 8 am to 12 noon 

https://www.harvesttrailsandmarkets.com.au/all-markets/castle-hill-farmers-fine-food-market/

Carriageworks Farmers Market

245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

Every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm

Explore the finest growers and producers in NSW and get the opportunity to chat with the farmers directly to discover the fascinating tales behind their delicious food. Take your pick from a range of organic and biodynamic produce, artisan bread, delightful wines, single-origin coffee, herbal teas, meat, and freshly picked flowers. Jump on their website for their weekly stallholder list. https://carriageworks.com.au/events/carriageworks-farmers-market/

Orange Grove Market Lillyfield

Saturday, 9 am  -1 pm. Farm fresh & organic produce gourmet food bread fashion. Find more markets around Sydney, simply follow this link. https://www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au/markets.php


Camden Fresh Produce Markets

Patio Plants with seedlings for the veg garden, fresh winter citrus fruits and vegetables, plus a new stall selling nut-free butter & regular local growers and artisan producers. Every Saturday, 7.00 am – 12.00 pm

https://www.camdenproducemarket.com.au/

Bilpin Community Markets and Cafe 

It's time to buy some warming beanies, cosy winter scarves and snuggly mittens for all these cold days, plus shop for organic vegetables from local growers. 

Saturday mornings 10 am -12 Noon. Bilpin Community Markets and Cafe 

Drop us a note, if you know of any up and coming events along the harvest trails.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/sydney/programs/weekendmornings/weekend-mornings/102467908

Sydney Agri-Tourism Chat on Radio Weekend Morning Show ABC702AM

I have been fortunate enough to have regular conversations with Simon Marnie from the Weekend Morning Show on ABC 702 AM since 2019.

We cover various topics related to agri-tourism that I enjoy, such as harvest trails, Pick Your Own Produce around Sydney, including happening farmers’ markets.

Tune in this weekend at 6 am on ABC 702 AM to listen to our conversation. Listen to the show here or download the APP here







My snapshot of what is happening this weekend.

Hunter Valley 

Talga Estate Lovedale 

POMEGRANATE Pick Your Own

Attention to all those interested in picking pomegranates! 

Talga Estate is currently offering daily pickings from 9 am to 5 pm until further notice. You can savour the sweet and tart fruit with its thick, red skin that contains hundreds of juicy seeds. Although the skin is not edible, the seeds can be eaten plain, added to salads, or used in other dishes. A delicious seasonal fruit. https://www.facebook.com/talgaestate


Bilpin

TNT Produce Pick Your Own Bilpin

PYO every weekend and public holiday till the end of June.

10 am to 4 pm

PYO Delicious crunchy, juicy PINK LADY APPLES. $5 kilo

Best tasting PYO TOMATOES only today as limited stock. $5 kilo

Entry is $10 per person/children 3 to 12yrs $5

Bilpin Fruit Bowl

Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th May. 10 am and 3 pm

Pink Lady $5.00/kg

Granny Smith $5.00/kg and Figs $20.00/kg

Adult entry $20 / Child between 3 & 12 years $10 per child to farm. Under 3 yo free.

https://bilpinfruitbowl.com.au/pro.../pick-your-own-booking/  

Autumn Garden Adventures this Mother’s Day 

Wildwood Garden Bilpin

They have hit peak autumn!  This private garden looks wonderful, filled with autumn leaf colour, and the sasanqua camellias are blooming—experience autumn in the mountains this weekend and right through to Mother's Day.

Open Friday to Monday from 10 am-4 pm 

https://www.facebook.com/WildwoodGardenatBiLpin

Nooroo Garden Mt Wilson

Historic Australian Garden 

Book in for an adventure and discover 140 years of horticultural history with their guided tours to make the most of the stunning gardens. 

Open until 28 May 2023. 10 am to 4 pm. 

Adults $10, children $2 

Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens Mt Tomah 

1.5 hours Walking tours of the Garden's rich and unique history and introduce you to some of the birds who make the gardens their home.  

Every Sunday via donation or wednesday in Autumn 

Then Winter walks on Fridays. Book via their website. 

Canoelands Orchard 

HARVESTING NOW: Bookings Essential They are holding a Mother’s Day weekend special. 

Limes are $10/kg; gourmet tomatoes are $6/kg, and occasional Eggplant $8/kg.

Book online to secure your place. https://canoelandsorchard.com/

Markets

Gourmet Food, Freshly locally grown flowers for Mother’s Day. 


Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Markets 

Saturday, 8 am to 12 noon. 

https://www.facebook.com/HarvestTrailsAndMarkets/

Carriageworks Farmers Market

245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

Every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm

Another Genuine Farmer Market where all products sold must be grown, produced or made by the farmers:

Camden Fresh Produce Market

24 stalls to enjoy producers' market and artisan products

Open Every Saturday 7 am - 12Midday

Camden Town Farm  Exeter Street Camden

https://www.camdenproducemarket.com.au/about-us/

Orange Grove Market Lillyfield

Every Saturday, 9-1 pm. 

Farm fresh & organic produce gourmet food bread fashion plants flowers for mum. 


Find more markets near you across Sydney via

Sydney.com and Harvest Trails and Markets.

Know a great market or harvest event? Share it with us. Contact Daniela Riccio on the form below.

Special thanks to Simon Marnie and producer Georgia Bateman.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/sydney/programs/weekendmornings