How it works & Sustainability

Our industry is a leader in resource management and innovation to ensure sustainable harvesting of these precious resources with a minimum of impact on the pristine habitat in which they are found. Within this industry, Reef Garden stands out at the forefront of low impact, highly sustainable fishing practices.

How it works & Sustainability

Based in Carins in North Queensland also known as the “Gateway” to the Great Barrier Reef, Reef Garden is ideally located to efficiently and sustainably harvest and process various sea cucumber species for the local and international markets.

How it works & Sustainability

This not only ensures a high-quality product year-round, but also the longevity and sustainability of the fisheries so that they can be maintained and enjoyed for generations to come.

How it works

Supplying the best quality seafood, from the most pristine waters, all year round.

Various species of Sea Cucumber are found in the pristine waters where Reef Garden operate, source and process our premium quality dried sea cucumber products. The availability of particular varieties changes throughout the year. This seasonal availability can be easily seen on the below chart, showing when each product can be found in abundance and sustainably sourced, as well as peak periods for size and quality.

At the beginning and end of seasonal periods, we advise enquiring ahead of time as stock should be available but may vary. Or you can subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date with the latest product availability and news. If you have any questions you can always reach out to one of our friendly customer service team who can help with any product or availability inquiries you may have.

Seasonality

How it works

Our more than 20 years of operating experience has resulted in a highly efficient and sustainable harvesting program. Dedicated to the long term maintenance of healthy fisheries and the supply of high-quality Dried Sea Cucumber products that are as pristine as the waters that produce them.

This process is detailed below, through low impact hand diving and collection, processing, storage, and finally shipping and consumption.

Take the dive to see how Reef Garden provides the world with the best quality product, and how you can include our catch in your next delicious meal.

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A wealth of experience

Reef Garden is committed to quality and sustainability of the resource and fisheries. With more than 20 years of operating experience, we are dedicated to our proven track record of sustainable fishing and research.

Through low impact fishing practices, close monitoring, data collection, and rotational zoning we effectively ensure the health of the fisheries on Great Barrier Reef and the quality of the product.

Dived and collected by hand

Low impact fishing practices are key to minimising the effect of harvesting on the environment and also ensures a superior quality product.

Our fleet of 4 vessels manned with professional divers hand collects each sea cucumber with care to deliver to the customer the best quality whilst maintaining the integrity of the habitat.

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Handle with care!

Handled delicately from the ocean floor & reef to the boat, and on to our state of the art processing facility.
Utmost care is taken to ensure the freshness and quality of our products so that you can enjoy the best the ocean has to offer.
Once the product is with you be sure to keep in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Processed swiftly for the highest quality

Sea Cucumber and fish are taken directly to our nearby export-grade facility our professional team immediately processes the fresh sea cucumbers into a finished premium quality dry product to ensure the highest quality. From ocean floor & reef to the door of our processing facility takes mere hours. Great care is taken in storing once processed, guaranteeing the quality of the product is maintained.

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Ordering & Delivery

Ordered online and delivered to your door! Out team pick out the best available items to fit your order, carefully pack and send your order directly to you! Packed in our specially designed shipping containers to maintain the integrity and quality of the product. Make sure you check seasonality before ordering as some species are not available all year round.

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Prepare & enjoy

If you've never cooked with Sea Cucumber before, of even if you have been for many years, here's some useful advice on preparation and making the most of your next meal!

From the ocen to your plate

Enjoy the best produce the pristine waters off the coast of Queensland can provide. Check out our blog for some of our favourite recipes, including modern preparations and traditional dishes that you can enjoy!

How it works & Sustainability

How it works & Sustainability

How it works & Sustainability

How it works

Supplying the best quality seafood, from the most pristine waters, all year round.

Seasonality

How it works

A wealth of experience

Dived and collected by hand

Handle with care!

Processed swiftly for the highest quality

Ordering & Delivery

Prepare & enjoy

From the ocen to your plate

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