From a single hive in 2016 to around 500 operational hives, Mikey and Allexa Cernotta have grown Pemberton Honey into a thriving WA honey business. Producing distinctive monofloral honeys and an expanding range of beeswax products, the couple share their passion for bees, forests and food through their products and visitor experiences, while Mikey advocates for the future of Western Australia’s beekeeping industry.

Jase Farms may be a new name, but its roots run deep. For Jason and Jodie Omodei, building a young orchard near Pemberton is about growing something of their own while continuing a long family connection to farming in the Southern Forests. With citrus, avocados, cattle and a new generation already involved, the family is creating their own chapter in the region’s farming story.

New to Manjimup, Lawrence Cheng is using cutting-edge techniques and innovative thinking to transform surplus and imperfect avocados into premium extra virgin avocado oil. With his family, he carefully preserves the fruit’s flavour and nutrients while exploring ways to turn every part of the avocado into high-value products. Southern Forests Food Technology is reshaping the region’s food industry, turning waste into value with skill, technology, and passion.

Tucked away on the edge of town and surrounded by forest and lake, Forest Lodge Resort has long been a quiet destination for those seeking rest, relaxation, and a touch of indulgence in the Southern Forests region. Just a stone’s throw from the heart of Pemberton, this historic property offers not only charming accommodation but also a unique dining experience under the guidance of Owner and Executive Chef Ingo Maass.