Pick Your Own Apples

Pick Your Own Apples

If you love getting outdoors and enjoying simple, hands‑on experiences with the family, our orchard offers something special when the season is right — Pick Your Own apples. It’s a relaxed, self‑paced way to enjoy the countryside, wander through the trees, and let the...
Weathering the Storm

Weathering the Storm

How We’re Building Better Drainage on the Farm The past month delivered some serious weather across Canterbury — the kind that turns roads into rivers and tests every low spot on a property. While many farmers are still dealing with the fallout, we count ourselves...
Why are they called Granny Smiths?

Why are they called Granny Smiths?

Ever wondered why those crisp, tart green apples are called Granny Smiths? Well, let me tell you a tale that’s as juicy as the apples themselves, and how you can experience a slice of this history right here in Motukarara! Picture this: It’s 1868 in...