Southern Harvest Association Membership

Southern Harvest Association is a community of members who benefit from an exciting array of activities designed to promote local food and farming. Southern Harvest is a platform through which local farmers and food producers connect with customers, suppliers, colleagues and policy makers.

The resilience of the Southern Harvest community has been highlighted through recent years. Severe drought, bushfires and Covid 19 uncertainties have only served to connect and strengthen our community. Southern Harvest has been at the forefront of supporting members through these trials. By adapting our services and support, we have met these challenges and, as times change, will continue to do so.

Being a Southern Harvest Association member is an important part of the movement to foster the sustainable growth and availability of local produce within our region. Individual membership is $40 per year and the benefits include:

• Experience and learn about seasonal, sustainable and local products;
• Connect with local farmers and producers;
• Receive discounts on SHA courses and events;
• Volunteer your skills and contribute to SHA’s goals and
• Access to the online members’ store and produce box scheme.

Funds raised from membership subscriptions are used to finance the day to day operational needs of the organisation, including the online store, insurance, and staff training.

Business membership is open to local farmers, producers, food and farming educators, restaurants, and local food retailers. The cost is $80 per year and benefits include:

• Discounted market stalls at SHA markets and events;
• Produce is prioritised for inclusion in produce box;
• Produce is prioritised for sale at SHA Community Market Stall and online store;
• Advertising opportunities on SHA newsletters, social media and print materials;
• Invitations to be involved in SHA initiatives;
• Networking opportunities;
• Contribute to advocacy for producers in region;
• Business listing on SHA website