A BETTER BERRY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Sustainability is a major focus at Burlington Berries.
We use all the berries we pick. 95% are sold fresh and the others are sold as frozen Australian berries, jams, sauces, gin and even ice cream.
We use integrated pest management practices to minimise use of chemical controls.
Polytunnels are covered in a special luminescent plastic which distributes the light evenly. This plastic is used for up to five years and then is recycled or repurposed.
Irrigation is fed by The Macquarie River and new systems of capturing and recycling the water are being investigated.
We have invested in 126kw of solar energy to power the pack house, irrigation and our onsite accommodation.
Our coir growing bags are sourced from only sustainable producers.
We own 300 hives whose bees are carefully bred to become efficient pollinators producing delicious fragrant honey.
We have 4 solar powered electric tricycles for crop monitoring reducing our diesel needs.
zero waste
At Burlington Berries nothing goes to waste. Our ‘Wonky Fruit’ Program ensures that berries that do not meet retail fresh quality standards are sold to local Australian companies. These are used in products including frozen fruit, gin, jams, ice creams and freeze-dried products. Zero waste is central to our sustainability initiatives and we strive to achieve it in the most delicious and innovative ways. Follow the links below to discover more about the companies that ensure our berries never go to waste.
Forager Fruits
Owned by a local Tasmanian Family, The Forager Fruit Co was established in 2009 to explore preserving fruits in a freeze-dried form.
Rhubru
Committed to supporting local business and creating mouth watering low sugar preserves, Rhubru is a Tasmanian company dedicated to the collaborative growth of Tasmanian Agriculture.
Joanna’s Jams
Located south of Hobart, Joanna’s Jam is a small batch jam company specialising in creating bespoke preserves for all Tasmanians to enjoy.
Island Berries Tasmania
Established in 1998 by owner and chef Andrew Richardson, Island Berries is a quality producer of all things preserves; jams, fruit syrups, spreads and fruit pastes.
Southern Wild Distillery
Founded in 2017, Southern Wild Distillery specialises in making unique gins using only the best Tasmanian produce.
Industry Associations
At Burlington Berries we work closely with a range of industry partners, fostering collaboration and industry best practice.
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Everything you need to know about Burlington Berries and how we grow a ‘Better Berry’ for all Australians to enjoy right here in Cressy, Tasmania.
"Many of our regulars work at Burlington and we see them everyday, making Burlington Berries an important part of our business”
Katie & Jarrod Lamprey
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