How much do vegetable pickers earn in Australia?

Vegetable pickers in Australia earn between $25-35 per hour. The minimum casual rate is $25.41/hour under the Horticulture Award. Some farms offer piece rates for experienced workers, with potential earnings of $200-350/day.

What vegetables can I pick in Australia?

Common vegetable picking jobs include: tomatoes, zucchini, capsicum (peppers), cucumbers, beans, pumpkins, lettuce, and broccoli. Work varies by season and region.

Vegetable Picking Jobs Australia

Q: Does vegetable picking count toward 88 days?

Yes! Vegetable picking is specified work that counts toward your 88 days for a second-year Working Holiday Visa, as long as the work is in an eligible regional area and properly documented.

Find vegetable picking and packing work across Australia. Earn $25-35/hr, count toward your 88 days, and work year-round in regional areas.

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$25-35/hr

Hourly Rate

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Packing Work

Vegetable picking and packing is one of the most accessible farm jobs in Australia, offering year-round work opportunities across different regions. Unlike fruit picking, vegetable work often includes both outdoor harvesting and indoor packing roles, giving you options based on your preferences and weather conditions.

Popular Vegetable Picking Jobs

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Tomatoes

Season: Year-round (peak Nov-May)

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD), Guyra (NSW)

Pay: $25-32/hr

Work: Picking, sorting, packing

Indoor packing available. Climate-controlled sheds. Good for all weather.

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Zucchini

Season: Sep-May

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Gatton (QLD), Bowen (QLD)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, grading

Fast-growing crop. Regular harvests. Light work.

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Capsicum (Peppers)

Season: Year-round

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD), Lockyer Valley (QLD)

Pay: $25-32/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Greenhouse and field work. Year-round availability.

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Cucumbers

Season: Year-round

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Greenhouse work available. Regular picking cycles.

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Pumpkins

Season: Feb-Jun

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Gatton (QLD)

Pay: $28-35/hr

Work: Harvesting, loading

Heavy lifting required. Higher pay for physical work.

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Lettuce & Leafy Greens

Season: Year-round

Regions: Gatton (QLD), Stanthorpe (QLD), Guyra (NSW)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Light work. Fast harvesting. Indoor packing available.

Top Regions for Vegetable Work

Bundaberg, QLD

Tomatoes, zucchini, capsicum, cucumbers

Largest vegetable region in QLD. Year-round work. Many packing sheds.

Bowen, QLD

Tomatoes, capsicum, melons

Major vegetable hub. Good pay rates. Consistent work.

Gatton (Lockyer Valley), QLD

Lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkins

Vegetable bowl of QLD. Close to Brisbane. Year-round opportunities.

Guyra, NSW

Tomatoes, lettuce, potatoes

High-altitude region. Cool climate vegetables. Good for summer work.

Picking vs Packing Work

🌱 Field Picking

• Outdoor work in fields
• Weather dependent
• More physical
• Early morning starts
• Pay: $25-35/hr

Best for: Those who prefer outdoor work and don't mind weather.

📦 Packing Sheds

• Indoor climate-controlled
• All-weather work
• Repetitive tasks
• Shift work available
• Pay: $25-30/hr

Best for: Those who prefer indoor work and consistent hours.

How to Find Vegetable Picking Jobs

Use 88Finder

Search for ABN-verified vegetable farms across Australia. See contact details, reliability scores, and apply directly.

Search Vegetable Farms

Tips for Getting Hired

• Arrive in peak season (Nov-May for most vegetables)
• Apply to multiple farms at once
• Be flexible with start dates
• Mention if you have transport
• Ask about both picking and packing roles
• Verify ABN before starting work

FAQ

How much do vegetable pickers earn?

Vegetable pickers earn $25-35/hr depending on the vegetable and work type. Packing shed work typically pays $25-30/hr, while field picking can pay up to $35/hr for heavier work like pumpkins. Minimum casual rate is $25.41/hr.

Does vegetable picking count toward 88 days?

Yes! Vegetable picking and packing is specified work that counts toward your 88 days, as long as it's in an eligible regional area and properly documented with payslips.

Is vegetable picking easier than fruit picking?

It depends on the vegetable. Lettuce and zucchini are lighter work, while pumpkins require heavy lifting. Packing shed work is generally less physically demanding than field picking.

Ready to Start Vegetable Picking?

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Popular Vegetable Picking Jobs

🍅

Tomatoes

Season: Year-round (peak Nov-May)

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD), Guyra (NSW)

Pay: $25-32/hr

Work: Picking, sorting, packing

Indoor packing available. Climate-controlled sheds. Good for all weather.

🥒

Zucchini

Season: Sep-May

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Gatton (QLD), Bowen (QLD)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, grading

Fast-growing crop. Regular harvests. Light work.

🫑

Capsicum (Peppers)

Season: Year-round

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD), Lockyer Valley (QLD)

Pay: $25-32/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Greenhouse and field work. Year-round availability.

🥒

Cucumbers

Season: Year-round

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Bowen (QLD)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Greenhouse work available. Regular picking cycles.

🎃

Pumpkins

Season: Feb-Jun

Regions: Bundaberg (QLD), Gatton (QLD)

Pay: $28-35/hr

Work: Harvesting, loading

Heavy lifting required. Higher pay for physical work.

🥬

Lettuce & Leafy Greens

Season: Year-round

Regions: Gatton (QLD), Stanthorpe (QLD), Guyra (NSW)

Pay: $25-30/hr

Work: Picking, packing

Light work. Fast harvesting. Indoor packing available.

Top Regions for Vegetable Work

Bundaberg, QLD

Tomatoes, zucchini, capsicum, cucumbers

Largest vegetable region in QLD. Year-round work. Many packing sheds.

Bowen, QLD

Tomatoes, capsicum, melons

Major vegetable hub. Good pay rates. Consistent work.

Gatton (Lockyer Valley), QLD

Lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkins

Vegetable bowl of QLD. Close to Brisbane. Year-round opportunities.

Guyra, NSW

Tomatoes, lettuce, potatoes

High-altitude region. Cool climate vegetables. Good for summer work.

Picking vs Packing Work

🌱 Field Picking

• Outdoor work in fields
• Weather dependent
• More physical
• Early morning starts
• Pay: $25-35/hr

Best for: Those who prefer outdoor work and don't mind weather.

📦 Packing Sheds

• Indoor climate-controlled
• All-weather work
• Repetitive tasks
• Shift work available
• Pay: $25-30/hr

Best for: Those who prefer indoor work and consistent hours.

How to Find Vegetable Picking Jobs

Use 88Finder

Search for ABN-verified vegetable farms across Australia. See contact details, reliability scores, and apply directly.

Search Vegetable Farms

Tips for Getting Hired

• Arrive in peak season (Nov-May for most vegetables)
• Apply to multiple farms at once
• Be flexible with start dates
• Mention if you have transport
• Ask about both picking and packing roles
• Verify ABN before starting work

FAQ

How much do vegetable pickers earn?

Does vegetable picking count toward 88 days?

Yes! Vegetable picking and packing is specified work that counts toward your 88 days, as long as it's in an eligible regional area and properly documented with payslips.

Is vegetable picking easier than fruit picking?

It depends on the vegetable. Lettuce and zucchini are lighter work, while pumpkins require heavy lifting. Packing shed work is generally less physically demanding than field picking.