I'm not sure why some of the fruit is giant here. Maybe it's a different variety; or the perfect tropical growing weather; or the fact that the fruit isn't harvested. This model farm is operated as an experimental and educational facility; partly to learn about what trees grow well together, and for local farmers who want to see the benefits of 'polyfarming'.

We continue to explore the large farm grounds, as our guide grabs a perfectly ripe, bright orange starfruit right off the tree -- cutting it up for us all to try. Unlike the tart, yellow-green starfruit of our groceries at home, this plump beautiful fruit was flavorful, sweet and delicious.

We eat and explore our way through the farm; getting a great education from our guide. One last taste before we go -- a 'dessert' of cocoa pods. Normally the seeds inside the pods are dried, roasted and turned into chocolate -- but the fruit surrounding the seeds in these fresh pods can also be eaten. It doesn't taste like chocolate, but it's mild and fruity.

We return to our lodge for the traditional midday break (and lunch), then gear-up for an afternoon excursion.