Hops Picking Season in Australia
Hops is grown in 3 regions across Australia. Fruit picking and farm work — including harvesting hops — counts as specified work for 417 and 462 Working Holiday Visa holders working towards their 88-day requirement.
Best Time to Pick Hops
Mar(3 regions at peak)Apr(3 regions at peak)Jan(1 region at peak)Feb(1 region at peak)May(1 region at peak)Jun(1 region at peak)
Where to Find Hops by Month
| Region | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New NorfolkTasmania | - | - | Peak | Peak | - | - | - | - | Low | Low | - | - |
| ScottsdaleTasmania | - | - | Peak | Peak | - | - | - | - | Peak | Peak | Peak | - |
| MyrtlefordVictoria | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low |
Plan your Hops season with My Visa Tracker
Use the harvest calendar to see when Hops work peaks, track your specified work days, and count towards your 88-day requirement.