Discover Our New Crumbly Sheep Feta — Crafted with Care at Fernglen Farm
If you love feta cheese, meet your new favourite — Fernglen Farm’s Crumbly Sheep Feta.
Made from the rich, creamy milking flock, this cheese combines traditional Mediterranean flavour with the freshness and purity of New Zealand’s Wairarapa countryside.
The Taste of True Feta
Our crumbly feta is everything feta should be — creamy yet firm, with a clean, savoury tang and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each block is handmade in small batches in our on-farm creamery, giving us complete control over flavour, texture, and quality.
Sheep’s milk naturally has higher fat and protein than cow or goat milk, which gives our feta its rich, buttery depth and delicate, flavourful finish.
The result is a cheese that crumbles beautifully over salads, melts gently into warm dishes, and adds a touch of something special to any meal.
Where Feta Comes From
Feta cheese has a history that stretches back thousands of years. The name “feta” comes from the Greek word fetta, meaning “slice,” after the way it was traditionally cut and stored in brine.
Originally made from sheep or goat milk, feta was a staple of the Mediterranean diet, known for its salty, tangy flavour and ability to keep well in warm climates.
At Fernglen Farm, we’ve carried this tradition into the lush pastures of New Zealand. Our sheep graze on fresh, open paddocks, producing milk that’s naturally rich and full-bodied — perfect for creating a modern take on classic feta that’s truly New Zealand-made.
How to Enjoy Crumbly Sheep Feta
Our feta is wonderfully versatile. Here are a few delicious ways to enjoy it:
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Crumble it over a Greek salad with tomato, cucumber, olives, and good olive oil.
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Toss it through roasted vegetables like beetroot, courgette, or pumpkin.
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Add it to pizzas or tarts for a creamy, salty contrast.
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Pair with honey, watermelon, or fresh figs for an irresistible balance of sweet and savoury.
No matter how you serve it, our feta brings a taste of the Mediterranean — with a distinctly New Zealand touch.
Why Choose New Zealand Sheep Feta
When you choose locally made feta, you’re supporting sustainable, pasture-based farming and reducing your food miles.
At Fernglen Farm, we manage every step ourselves — from milking our sheep to crafting and packaging each cheese. That means you can trust that every bite of our feta is fresh, traceable, and made with care.
Sheep’s milk cheeses are also naturally easier to digest than cow’s milk, making our feta a great choice for anyone who wants a lighter, more digestible cheese — without sacrificing taste.
Fernglen Farm Crumbly Sheep Feta — Pure, rich, and full of character.
Handmade on our Wairarapa farm, inspired by centuries of tradition.
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