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3 Hour Farm Tour
Highlights
- Explore the rich history of sugar cane farming in the Mackay Region, gaining insight into local agricultural practices.
- Enjoy a personalised tour led by passionate farmers, sharing their highs and lows in the pursuit of sustainable food production.
- Wander through a John Deere replica museum, discovering the evolution of farming machinery and its impact on agriculture.
- Savour a delightful morning tea amidst the lush cane fields, enhancing your connection to the land and its produce.
The tour is not just about the sugar cane farm, it is also about our experiences: our highs, our lows, our family, and our life. It hasn’t always been easy, and we highlight the difficulties and struggles we have been through in our beloved pursuit to help provide food to feed the nation. We love running this tour, welcoming you into our home and giving you a personalised tour you will hopefully remember for years to come.
All the things to know about growing sugar cane here in the Mackay Region. Includes a walk through our John Deere replica museum. Tours are located on our very own cane farm and includes morning tea.
Tour details
- On demand
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Oh Deere Farm Tours
Oh Deere Farm Tours offers an authentic farm experience on a working sugar cane property near Mackay. Visitors can camp onsite and enjoy guided tours that provide a behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s most important agricultural industries.
Tours take guests through the full sugar cane journey – from planting and growing through to harvesting and transport to local mills. Along the way, visitors can learn about the farming process, enjoy fresh sugar cane juicing, and hear stories about life on the farm.
A visit to the unique John Deere replica museum is a must-do, showcasing an impressive private collection celebrating the iconic agricultural brand.
Perfect for families, curious travellers and anyone wanting to connect with the region’s agricultural heritage, Oh Deere Farm Tours offers a hands-on paddock-to-plate style experience in the Mackay countryside.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Mackay Tourism
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