Connect with a community of fingerlime enthusiasts, farmers, and industry professionals, fostering valuable relationships and collaborations.

Stay at the forefront of fingerlime research, benefiting from shared knowledge on new varieties, sustainable farming practices, and advancements in crop management.

Attend exclusive events, workshops, and conferences organized by the alliance, providing opportunities for continued learning, skill development, and networking.

Participate in joint marketing efforts and promotional campaigns to raise awareness about fingerlimes, creating a stronger market presence collectively.

Gain exposure to potential markets and distribution channels, helping members showcase and sell their fingerlime products to a broader audience.

Collaborate on orchard management practices, including agronomy, irrigation, harvesting and storage of fingerlimes.

Access expert advice on fingerlime cultivation techniques, best practices, and innovative farming methods from experienced growers within the alliance.

Unite for a collective voice on policy issues affecting fingerlime growers, advocating for the interests of the alliance at local, regional, and national levels.

Collaborate on strategies for disease and pest management, sharing insights and solutions to protect fingerlime crops and ensure their long-term sustainability.

Jade King is a passionate fingerlime producer on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. She is on a mission to build the fingerlime industry to ensure Australia leads the way in producing, researching and knowledge of this extraordinarily unique native fruit.

Jade has a Bachelor of Science in Soil Science, Masters in Agriculture and Graduate Diploma in Education. Jade is a 2022 Australian Nuffield Scholar and has traveled extensively gathering knowledge on fingerlime production and research worldwide. Jade is passionate about all aspects of agriculture, education and research, and has been a producer for 10 years, has 20 years experience in agronomy and is Head of Department in Agriculture at her local college.

Steve Raine is a newcomer to the Finger lime industry with hope of becoming a small scale producer in the coming years.

Steve started his career as a biomedical electronics technician before moving in to operational leadership roles while attaining a Master’s in Business from Griffith University.

As an operational manager for a global medical equipment supply and service organisation he hopes that he can apply his diverse 30 years’ of experience to the Australian Finger lime alliance.

Joseph Nastasi is a research scientist and educator whose work sits at the intersection of Australian native foods, food chemistry, and research translation. He is currently based at The University of Queensland, where his research focuses on the chemical characterisation, functionality, and commercial potential of native Australian plants, with particular emphasis on polyphenols, flavour compounds, and nutraceutical applications. His work integrates advanced analytical techniques including LC–MS/MS, infrared spectroscopy, and chemometrics to support evidence-based quality, authenticity, and product development pathways for native food ingredients.

A central theme of Joseph’s work is the responsible translation of native food research into industry and community outcomes. He has extensive experience working with industry partners, Indigenous-led organisations, and community groups to ensure research is conducted ethically, transparently, and with respect for Indigenous knowledge systems. His broader interests include food sovereignty, sustainable production, and the development of practical tools that help bridge the gap between laboratory science and real-world food systems.

Joseph brings with him a strong commitment to scientific integrity, collaboration, and capacity building across the native foods sector. His combined background in research, education, and stakeholder engagement positions him to contribute to strategic thinking around innovation, quality assurance, and long-term sustainability within Australia’s native food industry.

Daryl and his wife Amanda are the proud owners of Mountainside Finger Limes at Stokers Siding in northern NSW. Looking for a new venture after 12 years in Western Australia’s Kimberley, an episode of River Cottage Australia featuring fingerlimes provided the inspiration. A property with an existing plantation of 150 trees became available shortly after moving to northern NSW in 2020, with 375 more added in 2022.

Daryl has a background in conservation and land management, and is particularly interested in developing new fingerlimes products to value-add to the existing fresh fruit market.