Harris Farm Markets

Harris Farm Markets is an Australian grocery chain with 22 different locations in New South Wales, with the majority of stores existing within the Sydney metropolitan area. The markets specialise in fruit, vegetables, cheeses, breads, delicatessen and other grocery items. Some stores, such as the one in Cooks Hill in Newcastle, also feature a butchery.

Harris Farm Markets
IndustryRetail: Fruit, Vegetables and Groceries
Founded1971 (1971)
FounderDavid Harris
Headquarters,
Number of locations
27 [1]
Key people
Angus Harris (Co-CEO)
Luke Harris (Co-CEO)
Tristan Harris (Co-CEO)
Catherine Harris (Chairperson)
Number of employees
2000+
Websitewww.harrisfarm.com.au

They are Australia's biggest individual retailer of fruit and vegetables and promote 'odd-shaped' fruit called "Imperfect Picks" at lower prices. Harris Farm Markets also exclusively produce many of their products in Flemington, New South Wales, including yogurt, frozen goods, salads and milk, whilst products such as juices and cookies are produced in stores. [2]

History

Harris Farm Markets was established in 1971, with a single shop in Villawood, New South Wales. In 2010, David Harris, the founder, was preparing to pass on leadership of the business to three of his five sons who work in the business.[3] Harris Farm Markets was the first Australian fruit and vegetable company to open in a supermarket style operation. Other Family Members in the business include Angus Harris (Co-CEO), Luke Harris (Co-CEO), Tristan Harris (Co-CEO) and Catherine Harris (Chair person).

Harris Farm Markets stock fruit and vegetables, cheeses, deli items, and gourmet groceries. The online delivery business has the highest customer rating on productreview.com.au for major supermarket chains in Australia.

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