We specialise in growing great organic carrots, potatoes, parsnips and yams. As well as pumpkin, garlic and herbs.
Our family has been market gardening for years throughout the South Island. Our Highbank farm is managed by Andrew Barnes who brings a wealth of skills from contracting in agriculture and managing farms in Southland. Sister, Gaylene grows specialty herbs, garlic and pumpkin on another farm in West Melton with husband Martin.
We are both passionate about organics, farming, biodiversity, and growing safe food securely and sustainably. Our values include:
- RESILIENCE – Building the soil, plants, and sentient life on our property, enabling resilience in the face of future challenges.
- SUSTAINABLE – Growing nutrient-dense food with minimal fossil-fuel-based inputs and minimal dependence on imports.
- HEALTHY – Growing food without the use of toxic chemicals, so it is safe and healthy for customers and farm-workers.
- CONSERVATION – We manage the soil and soil micro-organisms restoratively, and we work to conserve water.
- HERITAGE – We contribute to the survival of heritage crop and stock species at risk.
We do not use herbicides, fungicides or any other-icides, and have not done so for years. We are certified with BioGro #6221.
We have been nurturing a range of taewa (Maori Potatoes) for a number of years. And can offer some of these for sale commercially. We especially love Waiporoporo (purple) potato for its rich skin colour and nutrient-dense white flesh.
Thanks!
BARNES FAMILY
