How we work

the beanstalk organic food offers a diverse range of services to its members and the community. Click on each Bean to find out more:

 

 

 

 

Weekly Fresh produce boxes:

These abundant, organic and alive boxes consist of only the freshest fruit and vegetables often picked that morning. We support certified growers, those in conversion and farmers beginning to change to sustainable farming practices.

The Beanstalk sources fresh food from all over the Hunter Region. From Salt Ash in Port Stephens to Buttai in the Hunter River Country. Each farm has unique climate and soil conditions which allow for different types of produce to be grown in different regions.

To learn about where the produce comes from and meet our local farmers click here.

By supporting this service you:

  • Decrease fuel consumption
  • Decrease transportation cost and time
  • Connect with local farmers'.come and meet them on Tuesday nights!
  • Are able to eat seasonally
  • Find out what types of produce grow in different seasons

 

 



Weekly Groceries:

We also pre-order local and organic chicken eggs and duck eggs, bread and honey.

Bread: Bill's breads were chosen for their:

  • WHOLESOMENESS (Organic & Sourdough)
  • LOCALITY (Hunter Valley baker in Cardiff)
  • DIVERSITY (White, Wholemeal, Rye, Multigrain, Kamut and Spelt)

The stone-ground grains used in the breads are grown in Australia on organic farms and the processing is certified by Biological Farmers of Australia. No commercial yeast, dairy products, artificial preservatives, flavourings or colourings are used in the manufacture of the breads. If you'd like to begin ordering breads talk to the co-ordinators on Tuesday night to pre-order for the following week. To find out more about bills breads visit www.billsorganics.com.au

 

Chicken Eggs and Duck Eggs

The eggs are lusciously yellow. We like them heaps!

 

 



Fortnightly Groceries:

Each fortnight the Beanstalk community bulk buy from our closest organic and biodynamic Farm Mill- Demeter as well as other suppliers. By buying bulk we reduce packaging, price and transportation. Calendar of pick up and order due dates can be found here.

We offer a diverse array of dried fruit n nuts, grains, cereals, oils, spreads, teas and coffee. To see full produce range and prices please click here.

If you want to find out more about our weekly groceries or you want to place an order please email groceries@beanstalk.org.au

Who are our Suppliers? Go to the Meet our farmers section.

 



Seasonal Newsletter:

As the seasons change and evolve so does the Beanstalk. The newsletter keeps people up to date with what's happening in the organisation and in the local community. It's also a space to share ideas, recipes and concerns. A food issue is explored with avenues for how to take action. To view our latest newsletter 'Beans Talk'.

 

 



Hunter Organics Magazine:

The HOGS (Hunter Organic Growers Society) magazines are also available each week. This quarterly magazine offers invaluable advice about garden pests, creating luscious soil and chickens. Check out their fabulous field days, trading of surplus produce, a local seed bank and sustainable living bookshop (info inside the magazine).

 



Seasonal Recipes:

 

Autumn Winter Spring Summer

 

 



What else would you like to see in Beanstalk?

As The Beanstalk grows and evolves, the idea of branching out to more farmers, suppliers and producers becomes a reality. We'd like to diversify our products and welcome any suggestions or comments about current supply and future direction.

What would you like to see offered at The Beanstalk? Send your thoughts to info@beanstalk.org.au

 

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