Category Archives: Trail Mix

Commodity in Focus – Avocados

Avocados have transcended from being just a fruit to a cultural icon, symbolising the essence of modern dietary trends and the famed ‘smashed avo’ brunch. Their buttery texture and nutritional profile have catapulted them to the forefront of health-conscious diets worldwide. In Australia, this green gem has not only found its way into the hearts […]

Harvest Trail – Avocados (Avo go at it!)

With avocados predominantly grown along the east coast of Australia, it’s really easy to follow a trail of farms from Far North Queensland down into New South Wales, before skipping across the continent to South Australia and Western Australia. However, depending on when you’re available to start your trail, you can jump in anywhere as, […]

Australian Licences and Certificates

So, you’ve landed in Australia and looking for work. You are confident your driver’s licence from home, forklift ticket and tractor driving permit will get you the job you’ve seen advertised. But will they? Documents I need to travel and work in Australia There are many things to think of when travelling and working in […]

Consider using Harvest Trail Services to assist you. No cost, no obligation, no risk. Contact the Harvest Trail Information Service or your nearest Harvest Trail Services Office. Harvest Trail Information Service – Contact List National Harvest Trail Information Service 1800 062 332 htis@madec.edu.au Harvest Trail Services – Contact List Western Australia South West Rural Enterprises […]

Navigating Solitude: A Backpacker’s Guide to Mental Health in Australia’s Remote Areas

Exploring rural and remote area Australia can be breathtaking and exciting but there may be a downside. Embarking on a backpacking journey across this diverse country promises adventure and the unexpected. It’s an exhilarating leap into exploring unparalleled landscapes and cultures. Yet, for the sole traveller with the thrill comes the reality of facing solitude […]

Worker Profile: Lo Tsz Ching – A Journey of Exploration and Growth

At the age of 23, Lo Tsz Ching also known as ‘Oscar’ has already embarked on a remarkable journey filled with exploration, personal growth, and valuable experiences. Growing up with three sisters in Hong Kong, her father was a taxi driver and her mother a housewife. At 18 she moved to Taiwan to pursue a […]

Harvest Trail Services Site Profile – Q.I.T.E.

In the lush and vibrant landscapes of Far North Queensland, from the tropical allure of Cape York to the bustling agricultural hub of Bowen, Q.I.T.E. Harvest Trail Services (HTS) stands as a beacon of support for employers and workers in the horticulture industry. Since 1 July 2020, Q.I.T.E. has proudly expanded its footprint, under a […]

Grower Profile – “We Own A” – Banana Farm in Mission Beach

Ian and Connie Barnes are Australian born banana farmers who run ‘We Own A’ in Mission Beach, 140 kilometres south of Cairns, Queensland. Starting with Ian’s grandfather, farming has been passed down through the generations and both Ian and his brother own and run farms in the Cassowary Coast region. The current farm Ian and […]

Commodity in Focus – Bananas

Have you ever thought about where Australia’s most-loved fruit begins its journey? Let’s take a look at the world of banana farming! Whether you’re a backpacker seeking a unique Australian experience or a young local hunting for a hands-on job, here’s your chance to be a part of this a-peel-ing venture. Every day, Australians munch […]

Fire Safety

Australia may be one of the safest countries in the world in which to travel, but when nature threatens – knowledge is safety. Following three years of wetter weather patterns (known as La Nina), the Australian Bureau of Meteorology has recently declared that the 2023/24 spring and summer seasons in Australia are predicted to be […]