Category: Business

There is no formal quality grading for medicinal herbs in Australia and there isn’t a lot of information coming from overseas the quality grading of herbs can be subjective. According to Greg Whitten (Herbal Harvest,1997) The quality of herbs offered to the market varies considerably. With most ‘Trade Herbs’ 90% used in Australia are imported … read more

There are a few things to consider when starting your herb farm. You need to look at it as an initial 2 – 3 year establishment timeframe before you are earning a sustainable income. Research shows optimal size for small – intermediate production is ideally 0.4 ha>, the number of herbs you grow and what … read more

In an era where diversification and additional income sources are crucial for farmers, exploring unconventional opportunities can prove highly rewarding. Herb Connect, a cutting-edge marketplace connecting herb growers with their customers, presents an excellent avenue for farmers to leverage their land and expertise in herb cultivation. With a growing demand for fresh, organic herbs and … read more