PICK YOUR OWN SUNFLOWERS
How our sunflower field came to be…
Ryefield Hops is a family farm growing hops in the Bega Valley. We grow sustainable hops and use regenerative practices on farm. During the year of the Black Summer bushfires our hops didn’t grow and our summer cover crop in the hop field was very brown and bare. The only thing that grew in the entire field were sunflowers which were in our multispecies seed mix. We essentially had 12 acres of sunflowers which was a beautiful sight and too beautiful to keep to ourselves. We opened the farm to the community to pick their own sunflowers as noone had seen a blade of green grass for over a year - let along bright flowers. The sky was tainted with smoke for weeks after the fires but locals were delighted to see some bright colours through the smoke.
The local community loved the open days and everyone used it as a form of healing after the dark bushfire days, loss of loved ones and/or homes. Everyone suggested to make it an annual event. With encouragement from the locals we now dedicate an entire field to sunflowers and hold open days when the sunflowers are ready to harvest.
The sunflowers in this field are sown especially for your pleasure and enjoyment. During their blooming period you can immerse yourself in the joy that they bring. Take your time to wander through the field and pick your own sunflowers to take home.
When can I visit?
Our last open day is THURSDAY 17TH APRIL 2025.
Sunset session. 3pm - sunset (last light is 6pm).
What is the price?
$5 ENTRY FEE (kids under 5 are free)
Sunflowers are $3 per stem to cut and take home.
Where do we go?
Broad Street, Bemboka.
The farm gate is less than 1km from the highway. We will put a sign at Broad Street on open days and you can follow the sunflower signs towards the farm.
Bemboka is 30 minutes from Bega, 40 minutes from Merimbula, 1 hour from Cooma and Eden
What do I bring?
*Enclosed shoes (there is uneven ground)
*Secateurs
*Bucket to take your sunflowers home
*Camera
*Picnic mat. Limited chairs and tables are available.
Can I buy food or water there?
DINNER and snacks will be available from Food Matters Catering.
A selection of super fresh craft beer will be available to drink on site from Illawarra and South Coast breweries. All made using 2025 Ryefield crop. (LIQT000000522).
Cold water, juice and soft drinks also available.
Can I pay by card?
You can pay by cash or card.
Small merchant fee applies to card sales.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are more than welcome but please bring a lead and pick up after them.
What is the road like?
The farm driveway is a well maintained dirt road. Some parts are quite narrow and there is also a narrow bridge to drive over.
PLEASE DRIVE SLOW and give way to others cars when required.
Is there a toilet at the farm?
NO, although there is a public toilet on the corner of Broad Street as you turn off the highway.
If required, please use these amenities before arriving at the farm.
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