Sourcing quality, ethically produced certified organic meat can be a challenge in major cities, but there are innovative retailers who sell direct from local family farms for consumer convenience.
One such example is Sherwood Road Organic Meats in Rocklea, who stock Brisbane’s biggest retail range of certified organic beef, lamb, goat, pork, chicken and smallgoods. The family business is a unique enterprise, with dad Adrian Tiller supplying lamb & beef from his organic property near Roma, Western Qld, while his daughter Amy Tiller owns and runs the Rocklea store.
Sherwood Road Organic Meats also source their products from a variety of Australian producers, including Bendele Farm Organic Chicken, OBE Organic Beef, Gundooee Organic Wagyu and Borrowdale Free-Range Pork. While traditional butcher fare is the core focus of the store, they have branched out recently into a range of products such as ethically sourced seafood, game, a huge line of grocery items – even pet treats!
Since opening over 10 years ago, the retailer has remained committed to educating customers on ethical farming practices and supporting producers who operate under the same principles. The butcher is accredited under the Australian Certified Organic Standard, with all organic options clearly labelled so customers know exactly what they are purchasing.
Sherwood Road Organic Meats was a finalist for Retailer of the Year at the 2024 Australian Organic Industry Awards. Customers choose to shop at the retailer for a variety of reasons; the lack of chemical inputs in their meat (such as vaccinations), the lack of filler ingredients (such as preservatives) and their commitment to supporting farmers who actively work to protect animals and the environment. Plus of course, the quality and taste!
The store is located near to the famous Rocklea Markets and adjacent to a branch of Market Organics, making it a great option for Brisbane consumers looking to pick up all their organic shopping in the one location. While the butcher is open to the public for all small quantities, bulk orders can be made online for those looking to stock up. Delivery options are available, while a free click-and-collect service is on offer for Northey Street Organic Market or at the Rocklea storefront. The business has a stall at the Northey Street Organic Farmers Market, which runs every Sunday in Windsor.
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