The Macdonald family have announced the opening of Middlehurst Station Farm Store, a thoughtfully curated farm store and boutique butchery in the heart of Kāikoura township. This captivating farm store will serve as a haven for residents and visitors seeking fresh meat, locally sourced produce, and a diverse selection of seasonal products.
"Kaikōura is renowned for its remarkable food and artisan producers, and we couldn't be more thrilled to contribute to this thriving community," said Lucy Macdonald, one of the sisters behind the visionary Middlehurst Station Farm Store.
"We’ve always dreamed of creating a space to connect with our customers directly and showcase the best of New Zealand’s high-country farming."
For the Macdonald family, parents Susan and Willie, and children Sophie, Lucy, Henry, and Skye, the farm store represents a natural progression in their family business.
The Macdonald Family
“It brings us great joy to see our children actively involved in the family business, evolving it into something remarkable. Opening a farm store felt like the logical next step for our business, aligning perfectly with our values and overall vision,” said Susan.
The Macdonald family hopes the farm store will positively impact the local economy. By championing local producers, they hope to foster a new avenue for sales for Kaikōura's hardworking individuals and families.
Lucy added that the family wanted to showcase as many artisanal Canterbury, Kaikōura and Marlborough products as possible.
“We can’t wait to give local producers another avenue to sell their amazing products,” said Lucy.
The Middlehurst Station Farm Store has a fully certified butcher and a talented local butcher Brogan Matthews. Matthews will prepare and provide fresh, premium Middlehurst Station lamb, beef, and Patoa Pork cuts.
Lucy was enthusiastic about the expansion and said the family was excited to level up their offering, as the family mission has always been to make premium high-country lamb accessible to New Zealanders.
In addition to serving local customers, Middlehurst Station Farm Store will continue to extend its services to accommodate wholesale and hospitality venues at both local and national levels. This expansion will enable more people to access and enjoy the exceptional quality products Middlehurst Station is renowned for.
The Middlehurst Station Farm Store opens on Saturday, the 8th of July. The family invited everyone from the region to come and experience the rich flavours, seasonal delights, and warm hospitality that Kaikōura is renowned for.
