This 1,000km long coastal region runs from Cervantes in the south to Exmouth in the north. Best known for it's marine life, reefs and spectacular scenery, it is also an agricultural powerhouse especially from it's longstanding pastoral and grain producers. Today the fruit and vegetable cultivation around Carnarvon and Geraldton in particular is big business. Carnarvon holds it's annual 'Gascoyne Food Festival' in August, and has the Gascoyne Growers Market each Saturday from May to October. The Geraldton-Greenough Farmers Market is the best place to discover the fresh local produce from around the Geraldton area.
This family owned olive grove is located 470km north of Perth in the Chapman Valley. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Tapenade, Dukkah & Pickled Olives. Purchase online. Open by appointment only.
This farm grows Lavandula Intermedia, or French Lavender. These are good quality for culinary use. Food products include Lavender & Pistachio Biscotti, Lavender biscuit bites and both savoury & sweet lavender dukkah. Cafe & Function facilities. Open Apr-Dec. Buy online.
Our trail heads north from Perth to Kununurra through the wide open spaces of north-west Western Australia. Along the way on Highway 1 we have selected various producers and artisans to visit...adding variety and interest as well as a welcome break along the way.