island GROWERS
Flinders Island producers are a dedicated and innovative group, committed to harnessing the island's natural bounty to create high-quality, sustainable products. These producers, ranging from farmers and fishermen to artisans and distillers, take full advantage of the island's fertile land and pristine waters. They are known for their premium beef, particularly Angus cattle, which graze on lush pastures, as well as their fresh seafood, including abalone and crayfish, sourced from the surrounding clear, unpolluted waters.
Additionally, the island's producers craft unique products like honey, essential oils, and spirits, all infused with the distinctive flavors of the local flora and fauna. Their commitment to sustainable and ethical practices not only ensures the health of the environment but also supports the local economy, making Flinders Island a model of how small-scale, community-focused production can thrive in harmony with nature.
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Beef
Being grass fed all year round in one of the most pristine environments, the beef has an exquisitely balanced taste, a nice layer of fat, and melts-in-your-mouth buttery softness. Raised in a pristine environment, the cattle graze on lush pastures that benefit from the island's clean air and abundant rainfall.
Local beef is processed on Island at Flinders Island Game Meats. We aim to source Quoin beef if not. it is 100% Flinders Island. You can buy Flinders Island Beef Steaks at the Larder.
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Daffodils
Trousers Point Farm is celebrated for its stunning daffodils, which thrive in the island's fertile soil and advantageous climate. Matt and Kat cultivate a vibrant array of daffodil varieties, showcasing their bright colours and delightful fragrances. These flowers not only enhance the natural beauty of Flinders Island but also contribute to the local economy through supplying local businesses with bunches of bright blooms. To place your order please get in touch with Kat and Matt directly via the link below.
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Honey
Flinders Island honey is owned and run by John Siermicki and is making a name for itself as a quality and truly pure product. Flinders Island is renowned for the pollution free winds that blow hundreds of kilometres across Bass Strait. The meadow honey is a fresh mild honey and is amazing for chefs and home cooks to use in a wide range of recipes.
John manages our in house bee hive at the Wharf. You can also buy John's Meadow Honey and Manuka Honeycomb at the Larder.
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Lamb
Flinders Island Saltgrass Lamb is renowned for its exceptional flavor and tenderness, a result of the lambs grazing on the island's unique salt-rich pastures.
This distinctive diet, influenced by the coastal environment, imparts a subtle, savory taste to the meat, setting it apart from conventional lamb. Raised in a pristine and stress-free environment, the lambs benefit from the island's clean air and natural grasses, ensuring high-quality, ethically produced meat.
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Fish
The pristine seas on Flinders Island make it a perfect spot for some ocean-fresh fish. Locals here are spoiled with some of the freshest selections of shark, flathead, kingfish, garfish, southern calamari, cuttlefish, mackerel, and pink snapper.
Flinders Island fish is renowned for its exceptional quality due to the island's pristine waters, which provide a clean and nutrient-rich environment, resulting in fresh, flavorful seafood that is sustainably sourced. You can buy Flinders Island Flathead Tails at the Larder.
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Produce
Gail Grace grows fresh produce and supplying the Island with quality eggs was a niche opportunity Gail couldn’t resist being involved in. Gail’s label Strait Produce and Eggs is certainly getting a reputation for great quality and our chefs love using her produce. They produce a quality egg and are beautiful and friendly in nature.
Flinders Island vegetables are celebrated for their exceptional quality, thanks to the island's fertile soil and ideal climate, which foster vibrant flavours and nutrient-rich produce. You can buy Gail's eggs and produce at the Larder.
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Shellfish
As the founders of Flinders Island Scallops, The Hammond family has been keenly involved in the Tasmanian scallop fishery since 1972. They know Tasmanian scallops and they know what the hospitality industry looks for in this premium product.
The Hammond family now run a premium fish shop in Launceston, where they supply us with quality Furneaux Crayfish and Scallops. You can buy PotBoil Fishing scallops and Crayfish Tails (when in season) at the Larder.
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Wallaby
In 2022 we saw the re-opening of the Flinders Island abattoir. Charlie and daughter Laura are sourcing and shooting their own wallaby. Flinders Island wallaby meat is gaining recognition as a unique and sustainable delicacy, prized for its lean, tender texture and rich, gamey flavor. Harvested from the island's abundant wallaby population, this meat is not only a testament to the island's commitment to sustainable practices but also a reflection of its pristine natural environment. You can buy Flinders Island Wallaby Skewers at the Larder.