Frequently asked questions.

At Birchs Bay Cherries, we’re passionate about sharing the taste of Tasmania with the world. Here you’ll find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. We hope this helps you get the most out of our products and services. If you need more information or wish to get in touch, please contact us anytime. We’d love to hear from you! 🍒

When and where can buy your cherries?

Our cherry season usually runs from early January to early February. For Tasmanian residents, we open a farm-gate pop-up store during the harvest period, offering the freshest cherries directly from our orchard.

Our Farm Location:
3644 Channel Hwy, Birchs Bay, TAS 7162

In the 2026 cherry season, in addition to our farm gate, we’ll also have two retail outlets for your convenience:

  • Margate Train: 1567 Channel Hwy, Margate, TAS 7054 (Closed on Sundays)

  • Hobart City: 41 Elizabeth St, Hobart, TAS 7000 (Closed on Sundays)

You can visit these locations to purchase cherries directly or collect your pre-orders.

Please follow our social media accounts (see page footer) for the latest updates on opening dates, retail hours and special offers.

What size, grade and varieties do you have?

We supply both domestic and export grades, with fruit sizes ranging from 26mm+ to 36mm+. Our most popular cherry varieties include Van, Lapin, Simone, Sweet Georgia and Sweetheart. Sizes and varieties may vary slightly depending on the ripening season and harvest time.

What size of package box do you have?

We offer 2kg and 1kg cherry boxes, as well as convenient 1kg cherry pouches for local customers and visitors.

  • The 2kg box is our standard export packaging, widely used for international markets.

  • The 1kg box is a special limited-edition package, available only in the domestic market during the New Year season.

  • The 1kg pouch is perfect for local retail and tourists looking for a fresh, easy-to-carry option.

All packaging options are designed to protect freshness and showcase the premium quality of Tasmanian cherries.

Do you have any food or export certificate?

Yes, we are a fully certified grower and packing facility in Tasmania, Australia.

  • Freshcare Food Safety & Quality Certification – renewed annually to ensure compliance with Australia’s highest food safety standards.

  • Registered Export Grower and Packing Shed – accredited and audited annually under Australian export regulations.

  • Phytosanitary Certificate – issued for every export shipment by the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).

  • Certificate of Origin – provided for all export consignments upon request.

Our cherries are grown, packed, and handled under strict quality control and hygiene standards, ensuring full traceability and compliance with international export requirements.

Do you offer cherry picking?

Sorry, we do not provide cherry picking at our orchard. Our cherries are carefully harvested by our professional picking team to ensure the best quality, sweetness, and freshness for every box.

Visitors are always welcome to visit our farm-gate store during the season to enjoy freshly packed cherries and experience the beauty of our orchard surroundings.