delicious. crowns Australia's top producers at 2026 Harvey Norman Produce Awards

Australia's leading food producers have been recognised at the 2026 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards, with New South Wales producer Lauren Stevens from Bundarra Farming For Good taking out the coveted Producer of the Year title.

Announced at a ceremony held at Aria in Sydney, the awards marked their 21st year, celebrating the farmers, growers, fishers and artisans supplying Australia's restaurants, chefs and home kitchens. 

This year's program recognised 10 winners across the Dairy, Earth, Paddock and Sea categories, alongside special awards including Icon, Artisan, Groundbreaker, One to Watch and Changemaker.

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A spotlight on Australia's food producers

Lauren Stevens, of Bundarra Farming For Good in New South Wales, was named Producer of the Year, presented by Harvey Norman.

The national judging panel included chefs Karena Armstrong, Jo Barrett, Lennox Hastie, Andrew McConnell, Matt Moran, Josh Niland, Alex Prichard, Matt Stone and Alla Wolf-Tasker AM.

delicious. Content Director Krysia Bonkowski said:

"Each year, every person involved in the Produce Awards comes away with a sense of how special this program is, because of the people they are designed to celebrate.

"Seeing Australian producers get some of the recognition they deserve – but so rarely seek – is deeply humbling. We share a deep respect for this undervalued industry with our long-time partners at Harvey Norman, who help make this program a reality every year. Of course, we also couldn't do it without the contribution of our State and National Judges, who dedicate themselves so wholeheartedly to the search for Australia's best producers.

"And to the producers – congratulations. The incredible quality of the food they produce is the ultimate testament to the skill, care and complete dedication they bring to their craft every day."

Harvey Norman celebrates 21 years

Harvey Norman Executive Chairman Gerry Harvey said the awards had become a significant milestone for Australia's primary production sector.

"Celebrating 21 years of the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards is a significant milestone. As the only national awards program dedicated entirely to recognising the brilliance of our Australian primary producers, reaching this anniversary is an enduring achievement – but it comes as no surprise to anyone who knows the character and talent of the people who farm our land and waterways.

"There are very few industries where the constant contribution of individuals and families is so directly enjoyed by every single one of us, every day. Harvey Norman is incredibly proud to stand alongside delicious. in championing what is, without question, the backbone of our country.

"Our 2026 finalists and winners join the rich tradition and community of these awards. At the heart of every category are the stories of remarkable people. And it goes far beyond high-quality food; these awards shine a spotlight on the sustainable practices and lifelong dedication of people – often spanning generations – who have built on the knowledge of those before them.

"Whether you cook at home or dine in restaurants, when the ingredients are Australian grown, you can taste the difference."

Chef Matt Moran, who hosted the event at Aria, said recognising Australia's producers remained vital to the hospitality industry.

"It's a privilege to host the 2026 award celebrations at Aria. I'm very proud to be part of this campaign. Each year, I am excited by the quality of produce that we taste and humbled by the commitment and dedication of our Australian farmers. Celebrating our Australian producers, who work relentlessly to deliver world-leading produce, is crucial for our industry."

2026 winners

The 2026 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Award winners are:

• Dairy: Tommerup's Dairy Farm (Queensland)
• Earth: Kadwell & Co Gourmet Potatoes (NSW)
• Paddock: Le Bon Terroir D'Emj (NSW)
• Sea: Flinders Mussels (Victoria)
• One to Watch: Future Wild (Queensland)
• Artisan: Singing Magpie Produce (South Australia)
• Groundbreaker: Weston Farm (Tasmania)
• Changemaker: Chris Bolton Fishing (Queensland)
• Icon: Tathra Oysters (NSW)
• Producer of the Year: Bundarra Farming For Good (NSW).