26 Jun 2024

Hazelnut farming in Otago

From Afternoons, 1:25 pm on 26 June 2024

Buying a hazelnut orchard on the beautiful Taieri Plains in Otago sounds like a life change many would like to make.

But that's exactly what Otago couple Roger and Janine Southby did, taking the leap despite having no experience.

So were they 'nuts' to give it a go? Or have they managed to 'crack it' in this niche market.

Roger Southby from Hazelnut Estate speaks to Mark.

Hazelnut Estate is based on the Taieri Plains in Otago.

Hazelnut Estate is based on the Taieri Plains in Otago. Photo: Supplied/Hazelnut Estate