Our region
Shaped by Tasmania
Tasmania is an extraordinary island. Its natural beauty and wilderness is captivating, cultural experiences are diverse and its food and beverage offering is excellent. The clean air, unpolluted environment and geographical location are ideal for cool climate agriculture and the proximity of people and place facilitates innovation.
Being separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Straight has generated a culture of resourcefulness and drive to create premium and niche products for high end markets. At a personal level, many Tasmanians feel grounded by a deep sense of place on their island state. Our roots are here too, and we are proud to be part of the evolving Tasmanian epicurean ecosystem.

Huon Valley
Once the heart of Tasmania's apple industry, and a centre for hop growing, and forestry, the Huon Valley has broadened its scope. While apple production is still significant, it now has a thriving export cherry industry, vineyards producing highly acclaimed fine wine, and a reputation for producing award-winning cider.

Derwent Valley
Like Huonville in the Huon Valley, New Norfolk, the major town in the Derwent Valley, is just 30 minutes from Hobart. Some of Australia’s largest exporters of hops, cherries and raspberries are based in the Derwent Valley and many producers run mixed enterprises including cropping and livestock.



