Premium Table Oranges
J & T Hort represents premium citrus production in Northern NSW. Currently in our development phase, with tree planting beginning in October 2025. We are building on generations of agricultural expertise to create a world-class table Orange operation.
Total Area: 320 hectares under development
Harvest Season: 20 weeks at peak production (late March-early April start)
Market Focus: Export quality table Oranges
Varieties: 10 different premium varieties including Navels, Blood Oranges, and Mandarins
Export-quality citrus grown with generational expertise and modern sustainable practices
First harvest 2027-2029
Quality First
Premium table Oranges, never juice grade
Sustainability
Responsible water management and soil health programs
Innovation
Modern technology integrated with proven farming practices
Our Commitment
"When you partner with J & T Hort, you're not just securing orange supply, you're partnering with a family business committed to delivering premium quality, reliable service, and transparent communication, season after season."
We're building J&T Hort to be Australia's most trusted premium orange producer for export markets, recognised for exceptional quality, sustainable practices, and dependable partnerships.
Our Variety Selection
Every variety planted at J & T Hort is chosen to meet specific market demands and harvest timing objectives:
Premium table-eating quality
Extended shelf life for export
Appearance meeting international standards
Strategic harvest timing for market windows
Proven performance in similar climates
We're investing significantly in purpose-built infrastructure designed to meet international standards:
Orchard Design:
320 hectares optimised for hand picked harvest
Advanced drip irrigation with monitoring systems
Variety placement for efficient harvest logistics
Expansion capacity as markets develop
J & T Hort represents the next generation of Australian premium citrus production. Founded by siblings Julia and Tom Eather, we're building on three generations of agricultural expertise to create a world-class table Orange operation purpose-built for international export markets.
With tree planting commencing October 2025 and first commercial harvest expected 2027-2029, we're not just growing oranges — we're engineering a supply chain designed for export excellence from the ground up.
Starting fresh means every decision from variety selection to infrastructure design is optimised for international quality standards and export logistics. No legacy systems, no compromises.