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What is the definition of an ugly, imperfect pear? Why does 30% of Australian grown fresh produce never leave the farm? Why is nobody using this imperfect produce?

These are just some of the questions I kept asking myself.

Hello, my name is Michelle and I’m the founder of Ugly Duck Fine Foods - a passion driven food manufacturer on a mission to fight food waste.

We exist to rescue ugly, unloved Australian grown fruit and vegetable and turning them into outstanding deliciousness.

In 2017, 795,000 tonnes of fruit produced in Australia was rejected at farm level. Globally, almost half of all fruit and vegetables produced are wasted. Approximately 8% of greenhouse gases heating the planet are caused by food waste – in Australia alone, over 5 million tonnes of food ends up as landfill every year.

Our Story
  • Go to for gifts!

    I've tried all of the Ugly Duck products and there is not a single one I wouldn't buy again, they're my favourite go to products for special treats and gifts.

    Inga via Facebook
  • It's the best I've ever tasted!

    Thanks very much for the Capsicum relish. I must say it's the best I've ever tasted! Thanks and I'll be looking for it in store.

    Bob, Rocklea
  • I adore them all!

    Adore all of your products & your business model is the best. Always have at least 3 products in the fridge at all times, including the fruit pastes.

    Tash via Instagram
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  • Handcrafted in small batches

  • Rescued ugly fruit & vegetables

  • 100% Australian grown produce

  • Glass packaging

QUICK AND EASY

Salsa Deliciousness

Drizzle our salsa over nachos and tacos, onto burgers and breakfast eggs and take your home cooked meals to restaurant quality in no time!

SHOP SALSAS

Entertaining

Impress With Ease

Add some unique flavoured fruit pastes to your cheese and charcuterie boards and turn entertaining into a breeze.

SHOP PASTES

Sweet fuel for your day

Elevate Your Morning

Carefully crafted in small batches, our sweet Strawberry Jam tastes just like Granny's homemade one.

SHOP JAM