Australia’s only locally grown “naked” pumpkin seeds — a deep green, hull-less seed variety traditionally grown in Central Europe. These premium raw seeds are grown by Pepo Farms in Victoria’s Ovens Valley. The seeds are unroasted, untreated, and minimally processed, retaining their delicate nutty flavour and high nutritional value.
About the Producer
Pepo Farms is a small grower and processor located in Victoria. They are the only farm in Australia cultivating the Cucurbita pepo var. styriaca variety — a special pumpkin that produces seeds without a hard outer shell. Everything from growing to harvesting and processing is done on-site, including small-batch cold-pressing, roasting, and milling.
What Makes These Pumpkin Seeds Special
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Grown in Australia — traceable, chemical-free production
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Styrian “naked” variety — no hard outer hull to remove
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Raw and unprocessed — no roasting, flavourings or coatings
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Naturally high in protein, iron, magnesium, zinc, and healthy fats
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Excellent alternative to imported, mass-produced pepitas
Culinary Uses
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Add to trail mix, granola, or muesli
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Sprinkle on soups, salads, roasted vegetables
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Blend into smoothies, seed butters, or dips
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Fold into bread dough, crackers, or energy bars
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Lightly toast for extra flavour before serving
Why We Love It
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Grown and packed in Victoria
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Distinctive dark green seed with a mild, creamy flavour
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Retains skin and germ — offering full-spectrum nutrition
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No bleaching, polishing or artificial treatment
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Supports Australia’s only pumpkin seed grower and processor
Storage Advice
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Refrigerate after opening for maximum freshness and shelf life.
FAQs
What makes these pumpkin seeds different from regular pepitas?
These are from a unique pumpkin variety with naturally hull-less seeds with a high oil content. Most commercial pepitas come from pumpkins where the hull must be mechanically removed. These require no shelling and offer a softer texture and more flavour.
Are the pumpkin seeds certified organic?
No. While Pepo Farms follows low-input, chemical-free, biodynamic practices, they are not currently certified organic.
Are the pumpkin seeds raw?
Yes — these seeds are not roasted or treated with heat. They can be eaten raw or lightly toasted.
Where are these pumpkin seeds grown?
In the Ovens Valley of northeast Victoria — Australia’s only commercial pumpkin seed farm.
Product repacked by Sovereign Foods in compostable bags.
Our Bags are made from brown recycled paper and have a 100% natural corn-based compostable biofilm. All you need to do is pop off the label before you put it in your compost (We are looking for a cost-effective compostable solution to our labels). These bags are a good short term but are not completely airtight. When you get your goodies home, be sure to pop your products into a jar and store them in a cool, dry place out of sunlight. You can reuse these bags around the house as a short-term solution to keep things dry and reduce air contact.
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