Our Produce

At Peirson Farms, we grow avocados with care, ensuring every avocado is fresh, high-quality, while also contributing positively to the world around us. Explore our varieties, discover their nutritional benefits, and enjoy delicious recipes that make the most of our fresh produce.

Peirson Memorial Trust was created in 1947 with the purpose of caring for disadvantaged youth and children.

Today Person Farms continues with that purpose. Our vision is to use our farm to guide young people towards a future filled with hope and purpose.

About Avocados

Whats all the hype?

Avocados are a nutrient-dense superfood, offering a wealth of health benefits due to their rich content of healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. They are particularly high in potassium, vitamin C, vitamin E, and folate, which are vital for maintaining overall health. The healthy fats in avocados, including monounsaturated fats, support heart health by helping to regulate cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Additionally, their high fiber content promotes good digestion and gut health by encouraging the growth of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract.

Beyond their nutritional value, avocados are also packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, such as carotenoids, phytosterols and phenolic compounds. All this in addition to their versatility and delicious taste, make them a popular ingredient in many dishes, from salads to smoothies.

Impact Avocados

75g

Is one serving size of vegetables according to The Australian Dietary Guidelines (2013).

5x

It is recommended to have at least 5 serves daily of vegetables.

1x

Half of a medium avocado (75g) is considered one serve of your daily vegetable intake

Recipes

Avocado can be used as a healthy and delicious substitute and addition to your meals and snacks. Maybe you like the classic avo on toast, but there are many ways to incorporate avocado into your diet:

  • Use avocado in place of mayo or butter in sandwiches or oil in salads

  • Top your soup with sliced avocado

  • Add it to burritos or tacos

  • Add a slice (or two!) to your favourite burger

  • Add fresh or frozen to smoothies

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados (240g)
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup melted chocolate
  • 3-5 TB Milk or Milk Substitute
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup of maple syrup or honey
  • Generous pinch of salt

Method

Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

Avocado Mousse
Danielles Guacamole

Danielle’s Guacamole

Good for the kids!

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados, mashed
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • ½ lime or 1.5 TB lime juice
  • Handful of coriander, roughly chopped
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp of onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Put the avocados, lime juice and onion and garlic powders in a bowl and mix.
  2. Add tomato and coriander, and fold in until incorporated. Serve immediately.

*If you prefer all fresh ingredients, use ¼ onion, finely diced, and 2 cloves of garlic finely diced instead of the onion and garlic powder.