Industry: Mustard Seed
Gross value of production |
$0.23 million |
Number of growers |
1 |
Number employed |
3 |
Current annual production |
7 tonnes raw seed |
1. Description of Product:
Raw mustard seed is used to produce a range of coarsely ground prepared mustards, herbal vinegars and salad dressings; all from home grown produce.
Herbs, horseradish, chilli and garlic are also grown in very small quantities to contribute to niche market products.
2. Location of the Industry:
The sole grower/producer/processor in this industry is located at Milawa.
3. Employment and Labour Requirements:
a. Number of Producers:
This business operates as a family orientated husband & wife team with casual assistance on a regular basis for selling, harvest and processing.
b. Number Regularly Employed:
3 people
c. Harvest Requirements:
Minimal casual labour, not identfied exactly.
4. Annual Production:
7 tonnes of raw seed is produced from 8-12 ha. The raw seed is then processed into 240g jars of prepared mustard. 64,800 jars are produced.
5. Value of Product:
The gross value of production from processing is $227, 000. The owner is both grower, producer and processor.
6. Production Trends Over the Next Five Years:
a. Projected:
With recent move to bigger premises which allows for improved selling facilities, production is expected to increase.
Extracted from the Bright Report
