For the love of food and flowers...
🧑🌾🐓🦚 The Moreton Bay Farm Trail is a must-do experience for those who are passionate about supporting small local farmers, learning about sustainable and regenerative farming, and taking time to breathe in the fresh country air. It is a day not to be missed!
🧑🌾🐓🦚 Taste and try culinary herbs, edible flowers, and locally made treats, and enjoy market garden produce direct from the farm gate. Savour local food and coffee, lay out a picnic rug (BYO picnic welcome), and take in the peaceful rolling hills, majestic forests and breathtaking mountain ranges of the hinterland of Moreton Bay.
🧑🌾🐓🦚 With your ticket, you'll gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to a diverse array of family-owned farms. When their gates swing open, you will experience a range of offerings - from flower picking, meandering through farm plots, listening to engaging farmer talks, to children's activities, there is something for everyone!
Jump to a farm or stall:
Basilea Living Herbs & Edible Flowers >
Blue Dog Farm >
City Chicks >
Fleurpot >
Green Haven Stall >
Green Thumb Farm >
Leesa's Little Farm >
Ocean View Estates >
Red Fox Orchids >
Samford Valley Lavender Farm >
The Mini Farm Project >
The Regenerative Training Centre >
TSL Family Farms >
5 x 5 Experiment >
For the love of flowers and food!
The Moreton Bay Farm Trail is a must-do for those passionate about supporting local farmers and sourcing their produce locally.
This will be a delightful journey through a diverse range of host farms. From sustainable field-grown cut flowers and foliage to regenerative farming practices, there is something for everyone! Enjoy culinary herbs, edible flowers, and local products, or explore the abundant market garden produce. Discover seasonal vegetables and find out about permaculture farming.
Explore the individual farms and their unique offerings that celebrate the bounties of our local agriculture…
Jump to a farm:
Plot 4504 Market Garden >
Curlew Ridge Flower Farm >
Basilea Living Herbs >
Green Thumb Farm >
The Regenerative Training Centre >
Red Fox Orchids >
Leesa's Little Farm >
Farmerly >
5x5 Experiment >
The Mini Farm Project >
Blue Dog Farm >
Ocean View Estates
Ocean View Estates is a stunning Moreton Bay hinterland escape set on 100 acres of vineyards and bushland. Established in 1998, Ocean View Estates wines are handcrafted by winemaker Thomas Honnef. A perfect place to ‘long lunch’ like a local in the lakeside restaurant, picnic under the gum trees or stroll the property on their bushland tracks. Consider extending your stay in their cosy vineyard cottages to unwind.
What's on offer: Join Kate in the vineyards at 10am or 3pm for a short talk. At other times, enjoy a walk through the vineyard.
Moreton Bay Farm Trail ticket holders who purchase a picnic hamper for $65 will receive 30% off a bottle of wine and any takeaway purchases on the day. Restaurant or picnic hamper bookings recommended.
Accessibility information: Read more about Ocean View Estates' accessibility statement.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite.
TSL Family Farms & Stothart Farms
Tastensee Strawberries is the largest farm on the trail, run by two families, TSL Family Farms and Stothart Family Farms. Both families share the same unique 'together' farming. As generational farmers they have 1st, 2nd and 3rd generations currently involved within the businesses. Specialising in premium quality fruit, TSL & Stothart Family Farms are proud to offer their popular TastenSee strawberries, which are stocked in Coles supermarkets.
What's on offer: Visit the farm to witness how commercial strawberries are grown, while taking in the beautiful view of the Glasshouse Mountains in the background.
Purchase juicy fresh strawberries, strawberry jam and punch from the farm gate. Enjoy a sausage sizzle being run by the local men's shed, and coffee from Slim's Deja Brew.
Farmer talks: Learn about the farm at special Farmer Talks at 9am, 12nn and 2pm. At the same time as the talks, kids can take part in a strawberry eating contest!
Accessibility information: Relatively flat, with slight gradient. Short distance to walk.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite.
Fleurpot
Fleurpot is a micro flower farm in the heart of Dayboro, growing and arranging seasonal flowers and foliage. Established in 2018 by floral designer Aimee, Fleurpot was born out of a desire to introduce more variety into the local flower market. Aimee now cultivates a wide selection of local, seasonal, and sustainable flowers without the use of pesticides or sprays. A visit to Fleurpot showcases the possibilities of a 160sqm plot, set against the picturesque backdrop of their 1.5-acre property.
What's on offer: Walk through their mini-plot to see summer flowers in their green and growing stage, and the blooming ranunculus. Gain an insight into starting your own cut flowers from seed, using only natural methods. Purchase seasonal flower bunches, dahlia tubers, seedlings, seeds and find out about floral arrangement workshops.
Accessibility information: Slight gradient, uneven grassy ground. Short distance to walk.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Closest public toilet is in Dayboro (find on https://toiletmap.gov.au/)
City Chicks
Established in 2007, City Chicks is a small pet chicken farm, shop and cafe located in scenic Samford Valley. Visitors can stroll among 25 different types of free-range chickens and poultry, feed them, and then afterwards savour a meal at the on-site cafe. Children can delight in the enclosed play area, where they can interact with and hold adorable chicks. City Chicks’ shop also sells native stingless bees, eco-friendly products and farm giftware.
What's on offer: Enjoy a short farm walk to see and feed the chickens and poultry. Small children will adore the fully-enclosed kids play area with goats to feed and chicks to cuddle.
Farm talks: Ingrid will give talks on the hour, talking about native stingless bees, backyard chickens and ducks. Watch this space - we'll upload a talk schedule soon!
Food and drinks offering: Food and drinks available in the cafe (9am-2pm). Moreton Bay Farm Trail ticket holders can avail of a "two-for-one" hot or cold drink special, including medium coffees, soft drinks and iced drinks.
Accessibility information: Wheelchair accessible on uneven terrain.
Toilet facilities: Available onsite. For disability toilet access, please ask at the shop or cafe.
Samford Valley Lavender Farm
Visit this family-owned boutique house and garden and walk among the organic French and Italian lavender plants established in 2018. Owners Stuart and Jennifer are building up this venture to offer a handcrafted range of botanical and personal-care lavender products, and will soon offer a bed and breakfast.
Note: flowers may be in bloom depending on seasonality.
What's on offer: Walk among the lavender plants and hear Stuart and Jennifer's plans for developing the farm into the future.
Purchase lavender flowers and dried buds.
Accessibility information: Short walk. Terrain is reasonably flat. Access to the bathroom involves stairs.
Toilet facilities: Available onsite.
The Regenerative Training Centre
The Regenerative Training Centre offers education programs that cover three areas: People, Food and Farm. Go behind the scenes to see Todd Samorowski’s purpose-build centre that’s a learning hub for professional educators and demonstration property for a variety of regenerative agriculture practices, such as biodynamic, aquaponics, organic gardening, soil health and growing your own food. Todd believes that by empowering people to take control of their food systems, we can help create a more equitable, healthy and sustainable world.
What's on offer: Grazing platters will be available for purchase on the day along with cakes and slices. Grab some local produce and have a picnic in the beautiful conference centre grounds. See display gardens around the Training Centre and chat with farmers, growers and producers at the Farmer's Hub.
Don't miss the guided tours run on the hour covering different aspects of the farm and training facility.
Farmer's Hub:
Meet a range of local farmers and producers including:
- Better Biology: Farmer and compost tea specialist. Helping farmers cut costs sustainably: Compost, Compost Tea Brewers and Everything Microbiology.
- Life is Yours: Woodford's fresh produce, pantry items and home eco supplies. Connecting community through real food.
- Rural Earth Worms:Grower and supplier of quality compost worms, castings and worm related products in Woodford.
- Peachester Fresh: First generation farmers supplying quality meat and produce direct to the customer.
- Harvest Gardens Sandy Creek: Growing fresh herbs and vegetables and selling at the local market.
- Arakai Estate: Award-winning whole leaf green and black tea, ginger, avocados and plantation rainforest timbers.
- Savour Soil Permaculture:Permaculture educator and consultancy located in South East Queensland.
- Curlew Ridge Flower Farm: Seasonal, field grown cut flowers available August - April. Eco-friendly farm stay accommodation.
- Pyrolitech Biochar: Saving the planet one garden at a time.
- Sue's Country Kitchen: Using Australian produce to make delicious, mouth watering meals, desserts and spreads.
- Harefield Horticulture: Small, family-run farm in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, between Maleny and Woodford, growing avocados and ginger.
Accessibility information: Gravel path at entrance to the Training Centre, disability toilet available, flattish terrain that could be accessible to wheelchairs if dry.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite, including accessible toilet.
Green Thumb Farm
Green Thumb Farm is a profit for purpose educational community farm showcasing locally grown food, composting and worm farming. Their mission is to help people of all ages and abilities to reconnect with seasonal local food, sustainable agriculture, while inspiring them with confidence to grow some of their own food.
What's on offer: Wander through the mandala vegetable garden, herb plot and newly developed flower garden.
Purchase fresh produce, including gourmet mushrooms, organic sourdough bread + sweet treats, and coffee.
Pop up Edible Nursery with local fresh seedlings and specialised products for organic gardening including biochar and earth minerals.
Farmer's Hub stalls:
- Eden Park Farm offering information about their bulk meat offering.
Kids activities: Free kids activity area, where children can learn how to make their own seed packet, pot up a seedling, and create their own nature art.
Food and drinks: Purchase sweat treats, fresh sourdough and coffee. For a simple yet delicious lunch option, drop in and taste one of their sausage sandwiches on organic sourdough, topped with a selection of locally made sauces and mustards.
Accessibility information: Accessibility around the mandala area is good and paths are wide enough for wheelchairs but the paths are mulched. The herb and flower area is moderate access with some steps and narrower paths. Easy parking. Accessible bathrooms.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite, including accessible bathroom.
The Mini Farm Project
The Mini Farm Project is on a mission to combat food insecurity in Australia by establishing a network of charity farms that provide free, year-round food to those in need. With a strong belief that food insecurity can be eradicated, they are focused on creating a chain of purpose-built urban and peri-urban farms. By leveraging these specially designed farms, The Mini Farm Project aims to ensure that all Australians have access to nutritious food, ultimately working towards a future where no one goes hungry.
What's on offer: Fresh produce for sale + subscribe to weekly produce boxes and coffee subscriptions. Hear about their inspiring model and get involved.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite, including accessible toilet.
Red Fox Orchids
A visit to Red Fox Orchids is bound to captivate not just orchid enthusiasts, but also those with a passion for ornamental plants and gardens. Go behind-the-scenes to get a glimpse of the inner workings of a nursery that offers a wide array of orchid genera and species, including rare and specialised varieties gathered globally. Purchase your own special orchid to take home.
What's on offer: Buy rare and specialised orchids, and glimpse behind-the-scenes of this impressive nursery.
Accessibility information: Some concrete pathways in shop. No access for mobility-impaired to attend nursery tour.
Bathroom facilities: Available onsite.
Basilea Living Herbs & Edible Flowers
Basilea Farm, a cherished part of the Moreton Bay community for 24 years, is dedicated to growing top-quality culinary herbs. In June, Basilea made the bold decision to transition to 100% wholesale to food service, closing their retail outlets and ending the much-loved monthly Basilea Farm Open Day, marking a new chapter Basilea - Version 3.0!
What's on offer: Guests are invited to join Farmer Sarah for guided tours every hour, where she will share the new direction of Basilea Farm and her passion for growing culinary herbs and edible flowers.
Due to the new farm configuration, seedlings will not be available for purchase. However, a special collection of herb plants will be available for purchase this day.
Farmer's Hub Stalls:
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Chilli Coffee Australia: Offering an exciting range of coffee from mild to extra hot to awaken your senses!
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Joyous Jams: Handcrafted jams just like grandma used to make—full of flavor and nostalgia.
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In The Loop BNE: Showcasing the magic of worm castings, also known as "black gold," perfect for enhancing soil quality.
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Red Soil Organics: Featuring biodynamic potting mix and compost that plants adore.
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Fergo's Farm: Providing a taste of Moreton Bay with their delicious honey.
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Ibis Brewing: Legendary Bin Juice now in available in 3 flavours.
Kids activities: There will also be activities for children, including a native bee hive display hosted by Harold and Daphne, where kids can see a working hive up close.
Accessibility information: Basilea Living Herbs & Edible Flowers is on sloping land. Surfaces are grass, gravel and unlevel ground.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Check https://toiletmap.gov.au/ for the closest toilet.
Blue Dog Farm
Blue Dog Farm is a small family farm growing some of their own food, swapping for things they don’t grow, sharing plenty with the wildlife, and learning along the way. Farmer Jacki Hinchey and her family cultivate Really Fancy Salad from the crops grown in the market garden, and have cattle for beef production and land management producing Really Fancy Beef. The farm also tends poultry, fruit trees and microgreens, while fostering an evolving ecosystem that promotes wildlife habitat free from fertilisers, pesticides and herbicides.
What's on offer: Walk among the market garden, say hello to the chickens and look at the cattle.
Purchase Really Fancy Salad and Really Fancy Beef to take home.
Food and Drinks: Enjoy Blue Dog Farm beef burgers. The beef and salad used in the burgers are produce direct from the farm! You can enjoy your lunch under the trees, while watching the cattle grazing.
Accessibility information: Relatively flat terrain. Gravel driveway may be unstable to walk on. Approximately 70m walk to see the cattle.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Check https://toiletmap.gov.au/ for the closest toilet.
Leesa's Little Farm
Leesa's Little Farm is a thriving urban permaculture farm. Originally intended for a co-housing project, Leesa Cornford has transformed this eight-acre cattle property into a productive permaculture garden and dragon fruit orchard. Sustainability is at the forefront of everything they do at Leesa’s Little Farm, driven by a passion for slow-family-living and showcasing food security in urban settings.
What's on offer: Take a stroll through Leesa’s Little Farm and be inspired about permaculture practices and plants that you can take home to your own garden. If you come in the morning, while wandering Leesa's permaculture haven, you can listen to live music from 9am, with a fresh coffee in hand.
Pick up some permaculture plants, wild fermented drink, plus you can sign up to their permaculture workshop and course.
Kids activities: Make your own bee hotel: For a small cost, children can decorate a can ‘hotel’ and then fill it with lots of comfy bug materials so you can hang it in your own garden. The more good bugs in your garden the better your garden will be.
This activity will run at 11.30am and 12.30pm, pre-book your child's spot now!
Food and drinks: Coffee will be available from 9am-11am from Bean Seen Kitchen (a social enterprise supporting disadvantaged members of the community).
Accessibility information: Gentle sloped uneven grassy ground. Short distance to walk.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Check https://toiletmap.gov.au/ for the closest toilet.
Green Haven Stall
Between farm visits, drop into ‘the little stall that’s got it all’. One of Moreton Bay’s longest running roadside stalls, the iconic Green Haven Stall has been servicing the community with locally-grown and sourced fresh fruit, vegetables and local products for nearly 40 years. A hands-on, family-owned and operated business, Green Haven Stall strives to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that fosters connection, embracing the diverse tapestry of the local Moreton Bay and South East Queensland farmers and producers.
What's on offer: Drop by to pick up fruit, vegetables and local products all sourced locally to Moreton Bay and South East Queensland.
Accessibility information: Green Haven Stall is situated directly off the highway with accessible customer car parking. The stall is wheelchair accessible with no steps.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Check https://toiletmap.gov.au/ for the closest toilet.
5x5 Experiment
Just two years ago, Sarah and Daniel Elliot embarked on an experiment: cultivating flowers on a modest 5m x 5m plot. The results? Positively blooming! Their delightful endeavour now offers flower subscriptions to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, ensuring that residents can enjoy the beauty of locally grown and freshly cut flowers. And this is just the beginning!
What's on offer:
- Take a stroll through the 20m x 20m plot, while enjoying the sounds of live music.
- Delight in picking your own flowers to purchase, straight from the field!
- Purchase flower seeds, seedlings and bulbs.
- Pack a BYO picnic - this is a great picnic spot!
Kid's activity: Children will enjoy decorating their own mini-flower pot with pressed flowers dried from the flower farm! They will then fill with potting mix and flower seeds to take home and watch bloom. The activity is $20 per child, pre-book here.
Accessibility information: Flat grass-covered ground.
Bathroom facilities: No bathroom available. Check https://toiletmap.gov.au/ for the closest toilet.
