Limbert and Hickson have started a farm in Far North Queensland which grows 50 species of tropical fruits including durian, cempedak, jackfruit and mangosteen. Photos: The Ripe Time
Limbert was completely overwhelmed by this experience. At the end of his tour, the farm owner, Peter Salleras, presented him with two big durians. Tasting them changed his life forever. Limbert fell head over heels in love, firmly crossing into ‘Durianland’ and there was no turning back.Not Limbert.
Five years ago, Limbert decided to turn his life around. One of the things he did was to go on a high fruit diet. Limbert and Hickson utilise sustainable methods in growing the tropical fruits on their 0.5sq km farm. “By planting and pruning ‘support species’ surrounding the fruit trees, we ensure we have a consistent supply of mulch to cover the ground and encourage rich soil biology. These ‘support species’ offer shade and protection to developing fruit trees beneath.“Another key factor to our success is that we are very selective about the fruit we choose to plant and where we choose to plant them in the landscape.
Are they King of Fruits, or, King of Stink!! Aren't their smell so strong and pungent they're still banned inside flight cabins and in hotels?🤔