When Mark and Nat Albert relocated from Sydney to Queensland to pursue Mark's dream of growing the hottest chili in the world, they were looking for a farm with perfect growing conditions.
But much like his beloved Carolina reaper chilies, Mr Albert has found the Queensland weather can a little bumpy, underestimated, and too spicy for some to handle.
Along with others in the Wide Bay region, he is learning to endure the challenging seasons, as well as the volatile markets and unpredictable global events that are bringing change for farmers.
