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Southern Farmers Market

Market schedule

Sun 9:30-1:30

Railway Station, Leven Street, Invercargill

26 vendors listed · 20 confirmed
19 in spotlight

Southland's main farmers market at historic Railway Station. Three focus areas: Fresh Produce, Food Court, Artisan Crafts. Kickstart program supports new growers. ~1,500 customers weekly. International food court. Shop local philosophy.

Roster checked against the official source on 10 August 2026.

Every listing names its evidence: confirmed listings are backed by the market operator, an AFM visit, or the maker directly; the rest were found in AFM research and stay labelled until confirmed.

Established Artisans

Te Whenua Me Te Wairua

11 signals

other — Te Whenua Me Te Wairua was founded by Karen and Aroha. Karen has over 35 years of experience working with herbs. Their j...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingMulti-Generational
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Two pink-sugared donuts with fresh raspberries and toasted coconut flakes on a platter, with an OMG! Decadent Donuts sign.

OMG! Decadent Donuts

12 signals

baker — The OMG! Decadent Donuts story began in 2017 at local farmers markets in Brisbane, Australia, founded by former chef and...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Crispy Japanese karaage chicken with rice, drizzled with mayo and chilli sauce, topped with fresh spring onions in a takeaway container.

Karaage Me

11 signals

prepared_food — Kenji Usui, a native of Ogaki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, and his New Zealander wife, Rachel, moved to Nelson in December 2...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingPersonal Connection
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Illustration of a person washing their face with bubbles, representing the use of face wash or soap products from Nellies Soaps.

Nellies Soaps

10 signals

crafts — Nellies Soaps Alchemy operates with a core philosophy centered on delivering high-quality natural products at an afforda...

Artisan QualityAuthentic SourcingMoment of CareTradition Preserved
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Swan Homestead

8 signals

florist — The individual behind Swan Homestead is Michele, a qualified florist and flower farmer. While specific details regarding...

Multi-GenerationalArtisan QualityMoment of CareOperator Passion
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Simon’s Elephant Garlic

6 signals

grower — Simon's Elephant Garlic is a dedicated Southland grower specializing in elephant garlic, a popular offering at the South...

Artisan QualityAuthentic SourcingLocal SecretCommunity traction
Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026

The Saucy Chook!

10 signals

prepared_food — The Saucy Chook! began with a passion for authentic Korean flavours, brought to the heart of Southland by founder Min-ji...

Artisan QualityAuthentic SourcingLocal SecretCommunity traction
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Pete's Bakery

9 signals

baker — Pete's Bakery in Southland specializes in traditional British baking, uniquely adapted to be gluten-free, dairy-free, pr...

Tradition PreservedMoment of CareArtisan QualityCommunity traction
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Fresh green cucumbers growing on a vine with yellow flowers and leaves, ready for harvest by Greenyard Veges.

Greenyard Veges

12 signals

grower — Greenyard Veges is a family-run Southland producer, operated by Annette and Mike Trent. They are dedicated to natural gr...

Authentic SourcingMulti-GenerationalCraft ObsessionOperator Passion
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Four jars of Miele Apiaries Southland honey: Souwester Coastal Blend, Raw Clover, Wildflower, and Creamed Clover, displayed.

Miele Honey

14 signals

honey — The Miele Apiaries story is deeply intertwined with the Southland region of New Zealand, where the Fraser family has bee...

Multi-GenerationalPersonal ConnectionAuthentic SourcingArtisan Quality
Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026
Luisteambunz stall at a New Zealand farmers market, showcasing bags of freshly steamed buns, dumplings, and a food registration notice.

Luisteambunz

10 signals

prepared_food — Luisteambunz operates as a small, local business in Invercargill, driven by a personal endeavor to bring authentic Asian...

Artisan QualityMoment of CareTradition PreservedAuthentic Sourcing
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Vibrant pink oyster mushrooms with delicate gills and wavy caps, grown by Southland Mushrooms.

Southland Mushrooms

10 signals

grower — Gustavo Ferreira founded Southland Mushrooms approximately five years ago (as of January 2025), initially starting the b...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Two frosty frozen cherries with stems, ready for use, from The Community Produce, a grower at Southern Farmers Market.

The Community Produce

7 signals

grower — From day one, our vision was to be the most admired and most trusted food service partner to our country's chefs; bring ...

Community tractionAuthentic SourcingOperator PassionPersonal Connection
Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026
Two vibrant orange fillets of Holy Smokes artisan smoked salmon, one vacuum-sealed with the brand label, ready for enjoyment.

Holy Smokes

10 signals

prepared_food — Holy Smoke Smokehouse was established in 1990 in the heart of picturesque Canterbury. Over more than three decades, the ...

Operator PassionAuthentic SourcingTradition PreservedStory Rich
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Freshly baked, salted pretzels on a wooden display stand, with a baker blurred in the background at Wild Yeast Bakery.

Wild Yeast Bakery

10 signals

baker — "Mia Yeast" reveals their German origins and background, with their love, passion, and devotion evident in every loaf. L...

Artisan QualityOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingTradition Preserved
Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026

Blooming Boulders

14 signals

other — Hello! We are Nathalie & Cameron Pahl and we live in Tuatapere, Southland. We are a family-run, small-scale flower farm ...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingMulti-Generational
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Foodies @ Invers

7 signals

prepared_food — Foodies@Invers is owned by Dhawal Parashar, who operates a food truck serving authentic and trendy Indian cuisine. Dhawa...

Authentic SourcingArtisan QualityOperator PassionLocal Secret
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Smiling woman and baby planting in a straw-mulched raised garden bed inside a greenhouse, representing The Greenhouse Affect.

The Greenhouse Affect

6 signals

other — The Greenhouse Co. is a dedicated small business run by a husband and wife team in New Zealand. They pride themselves on...

Artisan QualityOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingPersonal Connection
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026
Smiling NZ grower holding fresh broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage in a field at Southern Farmers Market.

Wilson's Vegetables

9 signals

grower — The Wilson family has farmed on their Southland site for four generations, with a family farm connection dating back to ...

Multi-GenerationalTradition PreservedArtisan QualityAuthentic Sourcing
Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

All Vendors (7)

Community Produce

Identity details withheld

grower — Community Produce at Southern Farmers Market offers fresh, locally sourced produ...

Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Altered

Identity details withheld

beverages — Altered brings Invercargill's first alcohol-free bottle store experience to the ...

Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Miele Apiaries

honey

Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Aug 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Let Them Eat Cupcakes

Identity details withheld

baker — Let Them Eat Cupcakes, a Southland-based artisan producer, specialises in themed...

Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026

Amalia Organics

Identity details withheld

grower — Amalia Organics is a Southland-based organic grower cultivating fresh, healthy f...

Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026

The Vege Basket

Identity details withheld

grower — The Vege Basket is a local grower bringing fresh, seasonal vegetables, including...

Found while researching this market · Jul 2026 — not yet confirmedDiscovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Apr 2026

Mother Morris

condiments — Information for Mother Morris, listed as a condiments vendor at Southern Farmers...

Listed by the market operator · 10 August 2026Discovered Jul 2026 · Enriched Mar 2026 · Verified 10 August 2026