The quality produce of the Southern Downs has been showcased thanks to a new initiative from council.
Two Southern Downs and Granite Belt food maps have been released in support of farmers and producers in the region and will utilise the reach of regional tourism campaigns.
The maps highlight products including meat, fruit, vegetables, eggs, dairy and specialty goods, with the Buy and Eat Local Map aimed at tourists and visitors, while the Farm and Produce Map is targeted at the food industry - cafes, restaurants and serious foodies.
Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor Vic Pennisi said food producers are the most important people on Earth.
"I am very excited that these maps which will assist our local farmers and producers to promote more of their product and grow awareness of locally produced, sustainable food," Cr Pennisi said.
"We live in a region of abundance with four distinct growing seasons, and we are proud to launch the new Southern Downs and Granite Belt food maps, to help locals and visitors enjoy the best of the region from farm to fork.
"Seasonality is very important to these businesses and the maps will help customers source the best produce from our region at varying times of the year."
The philosophy behind the food maps is to support products which use at least 50 per cent locally grown ingredients, or are grown 100pc on-site.
It is hoped they will promote regional and seasonal produce that can be bought online, at markets or directly from farms which can be visited by appointment.
The maps also support cafes and restaurants who incorporate locally grown ingredients on their menus.