Harvest Moon

19/06/2026

The shortest day of the year might sound like the quietest point in the season, but in agriculture, it can be one of the most anticipated. 🌙

Here in Australia, the winter solstice falls on Sunday 21 June 2026, marking the day with the least daylight and from here, the days slowly start getting longer again.

For us, that shift matters. 🫶

Day length, soil temperature, weather patterns and seasonal timing all play a role in deciding what can be planted, when it can be planted, and how a crop will grow.

For crops like onions, changing day length is especially important, helping signal when the plant moves from leafy growth into bulb development. For carrots, the season still matters deeply, with planting windows carefully planned around soil conditions, temperature and the months ahead.

At Harvest Moon, this time of year is a bit of a turning point. It signals the beginning of important planting opportunities for certain crops and it is something our teams look forward to with good reason. 😍

Because agriculture is not just about what is happening today.

It is about reading the season, planning ahead, and knowing that even on the shortest day, the next crop is already on its way. 😋

16/06/2026

Turns out your mum was right.

🥕🥦🍆🥬🥒🌽🫜🫑🌶️ Veggies are important!

Tomorrow is Eat Your Vegetables Day, so consider this your official reminder to add something colourful, crunchy or green to your plate.
Carrots, onions, spinach, rocket, broccoli, cauliflower, swede, kabocha, whatever you choose, your body will probably thank you.

Bonus points if it’s fresh, Australian-grown, and grown by people who know their way around a paddock. 😉

15/06/2026

The rocket and spinach coming out of Narrandera, NSW is looking absolutely spectacular. 🍃

Our teams are out in the fields harvesting, and the quality of the crop is a real credit to the work, care and effort that goes in long before harvest day.

Fresh, vibrant and full of life — this is what great produce looks like when great people are behind it.

A big shoutout to our Narrandera team for the incredible work they’re doing. The fields are looking fantastic, and so is the produce.

14/06/2026

Not looking for a new job today? That's okay. 🫰

Some of the best people we've hired weren't actively job hunting when we first connected with them.

Whether you're interested in finance, administration, farming, machinery operation, truck driving, maintenance, leadership, quality assurance, HR, or something else entirely, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the Harvest Moon Talent Pool and when the right opportunity comes along, we'll know where to find you.

Because sometimes the perfect role just needs the right timing.

👉 Register your interest today.

Register with the Harvest Moon Talent Pool for jobs in Tasmania and Australia. Be first in line when roles open!

12/06/2026

There are plenty of things we love about agriculture. 😍

The people. The seasons. The early mornings. The satisfaction of seeing a crop thrive after months of care.

But sometimes it's the view that stops you in your tracks.

From our fields in Forth to the coastline beyond, we're reminded every day how lucky we are to grow fresh produce in one of the most beautiful parts of the world.

10/06/2026

Move over chips… there’s a new air fryer favourite in town. 👀

These Air Fryer Kabocha Bites are sweet, crispy, fluffy and packed with rich pumpkin flavour that feels a little bit fancy without any extra effort. Kabocha Premium Pumpkin is naturally denser and sweeter than your average pumpkin, which means it caramelises beautifully in the air fryer and delivers that golden roasted goodness every single time.

Perfect as a snack, side dish or something to quietly eat straight from the tray while pretending you’re “just taste testing.”

Pick up Kabocha Premium Pumpkin at Costco Wholesale Australia and give this recipe a go tonight.

08/06/2026

Remember this?

It's been a moment since our biggest-ever Harvest Moon Carrot Festival, but we're still looking back at the photos and smiling.

What an incredible day it was. Thousands of people through the gates, cars overflowing the car parks and lining the roads, families digging carrots, exploring machinery, touring the factory and spending a day on the farm with us.

For one day, we got to share a little more of the story behind the vegetables we grow and the people who make it happen.

Events come and go, but the memories stick around. Looking back, we're incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, volunteered, supported and helped make the day such a success.

Here's to muddy boots, fresh carrots and a community that continues to show up in a big way.

Who else is already looking forward to the next one? 🥕

07/06/2026

Yesterday we learned that Swedes get sweeter after a frost.❄️

This week, we're putting that sweetness to good use!

After sharing our swede facts, one of our team members received a recipe recommendation from the ultimate trusted source... her mother-in-law. 😍 (RECIPE BELOW)

This MIL-approved Curried Swede Soup with Mango Chutney Cheese Toasties (inspired by a Good Food recipe) might just be the perfect way to warm up on a chilly evening.

Sweet, earthy swede. Warming curry spices. Golden cheese toasties. What's not to love?

👉 Do you have a favourite way to cook swede? We'd love to hear it.

RECIPE
Curried Swede Soup & Cheese Toasties

Soup

1 large swede, peeled and diced
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp turmeric
1 litre vegetable stock
Splash of cream (optional)

Method

Soften onion and garlic in a large pot.
Add spices and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add swede and stock.
Simmer for 40–50 minutes until the swede is tender.
Blend until smooth and stir through cream if desired.

Toasties

Bread
Grated cheese
Mango chutney

Spread mango chutney on bread, add cheese, and toast until golden and melty.

Serve alongside the soup and enjoy winter in a bowl.

06/06/2026

Not all vegetables are counting down the days until summer. ❄️

Some actually prefer things a little cooler.

This week, we're shining a spotlight on the humble swede, a vegetable with a fascinating history, a surprising identity crisis, and a sweet side that really comes out when the temperatures drop