Appinoka Regenerative Farming, Mountain River

Season 2026 A regenerative farm run by Nanette and Thomas Botha, growing around 8000 strawberry plants alongside a market garden, dairy cows, sheep, laying hens, meat chickens and pigs on rotational grazing. Pick your own strawberries began as a one off in 2022 and became a regular seasonal event. The farm also sells produce boxes, asparagus, honey, pork, lamb, beef and eggs, and runs farm tours and farm design training.

Our information cannot always be up to the minute. Check dates, prices and whether you need to book directly with the farm before you travel.

Season starts
Summer, seasonal and weather dependent; specific open dates are announced on the farm's Facebook page rather than a fixed published window

Last checked : 27 August 2026

What you can pick, and when

CropSeasonPrice
strawberries Summer, seasonal and weather dependent; specific open dates are announced on the farm's Facebook page rather than a fixed published window not confirmed

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Before you go

A regenerative farm run by Nanette and Thomas Botha, growing around 8000 strawberry plants alongside a market garden, dairy cows, sheep, laying hens, meat chickens and pigs on rotational grazing. Pick your own strawberries began as a one off in 2022 and became a regular seasonal event. The farm also sells produce boxes, asparagus, honey, pork, lamb, beef and eggs, and runs farm tours and farm design training.

About Appinoka Regenerative Farming

Appinoka Regenerative Farming is a regenerative farm at 36 Waggs Road, Mountain River, in the Huon Valley, run by Nanette and Thomas Botha. Alongside a market garden, dairy cows, sheep, laying hens, meat chickens and pigs raised on rotational grazing, the farm grows around 8,000 strawberry plants and opens them for pick your own each summer.

Pick your own strawberries started as a one off event in 2022 and has since become a regular seasonal fixture. Opening is seasonal and weather dependent rather than run to a fixed calendar, so the farm announces specific open dates on its Facebook page. Beyond strawberries, Appinoka also sells produce boxes, asparagus, honey, pork, lamb, beef, eggs and other farm produce, and offers farm tours and farm design training for visitors interested in regenerative growing.

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Common questions

Can you pick your own at Appinoka Regenerative Farming?

Yes. Appinoka Regenerative Farming at Mountain River lets visitors pick strawberries.

When is Appinoka Regenerative Farming open for picking?

Summer, seasonal and weather dependent; specific open dates are announced on the farm's Facebook page rather than a fixed published window. Picking depends on the weather, so check with the farm before you travel.

Do you need to book at Appinoka Regenerative Farming?

No booking is needed. Picking still depends on the weather, so ring ahead if you are travelling a distance.

Where is Appinoka Regenerative Farming?

36 Waggs Road, Mountain River TAS 7109.

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