The 2022/23 edition of the Tasmanian Seasonal Produce Guide was launched by the Hon. Jo Palmer, Australian Minister for Primary Industries and Water, at Rosevears Farm, Rosevears, on Thursday, 8 December 2022.
Fruit Growers Tasmania CEO Peter Cornish said, “The Tasmanian Seasonal Produce Guide showcases the wonderful fruit, vegetables, honey and award winning ciders, that we are so fortunate to have here in Tasmania, right on our doorstep. Tasmania grows some of the best produce in the world. It’s a fresh, vibrant taste experience. While Tasmanian cherries comprise over half of all Australian cherry exports, and are highly sought after in many countries, we get the chance to buy those cherries direct from our growers."
Tasmania also grows more raspberries and blackberries than any other state, is the second largest producer of blueberries, and grows some of the sweetest strawberries available in the country. And no fruit is more synonymous to Tasmania than our apples – a fruit that we have been growing for more than 160 years. “Here through the Guide Tasmanians and visitors alike can not only buy their fruit direct from the farm gate but also pick their own. There is nothing more ‘wildly fresh’ than picking your own fruit – just remember to take some home!” Peter said.
Copies of the Tasmanian Seasonal Produce Guide are free, and will be available from participating businesses across the state, visitor centres, both Spirit of Tasmania ferries, and the Launceston and Hobart airports. Digital copies of the guide are also available and can be downloaded from Fruit Growers Tasmania’s website: www.fruitgrowerstas.com.au.
The Tasmanian Seasonal Produce Guide follows the recent release of the Tasmanian Grown digital showcase – tasmaniangrown.au. The showcase highlights how Tasmanian growers achieve a vibrant taste experience. “Because we are lucky enough to live here in Tasmania, we often take for granted the unique environment in which our produce is grown. You just don’t get this in other parts of the world” Peter concluded.
For more information:
Peter Cornish
Fruit Growers Tasmania
M: +61 429 588 481
Email: peter@fruitgrowerstas.org.au
www.fruitgrowerstas.com.au