We began our business in 2018 after extensive research on the Santalum species. During our frequent trips to South Australia, we fell in love with the abundance of bush tukka lining the regional roads.

We knew of a patch of Desert Quandong (Santalum Acuminatum) in Queensland, and 12 years ago, we began our quest to find it. Year after year, we drove hundreds of kilometers, tirelessly searching for this species in Queensland. After countless kilometers of walking, Doug and I finally discovered this patch.

Inspired by this discovery, we decided to revive this plant in Queensland, leading to the creation of Native Oz Bushfoods. We have conducted numerous trials over the years on this species and feel privileged to have our own wild patch of Santalum lanceoalattum which Doug has nurtured since 2008

Native Oz Bushfoods has also being involved in established a co-op with four other Indigenous enterprises, to help lead the way in the Native food industry.