Oranges
Navels
With the distinctive feature of having a small secondary fruit embedded in the apex of the primary fruit, navels are deep orange in colour. These oranges peel easily and are primarily for eating. They ripen first and are exported to Europe, the Middle and Far East, with class three fruit distributed to the South African market.
Grown since: 1981 | In-season: March to September
Navel lates
Navel lates are medium to large, with a small navel that is often concealed. A top quality orange with a consistently sweet flavour, they are exceptional for eating and are the preferred variety locally and abroad. They are exported to Europe and the Middle and Far East. Class three fruit are destined for the local market.
Grown since: 1980s | In-season: March to September
Valencias
Valencias are produced in four varieties and are ideal for making juice. The varieties have different ripening stages, starting with the salustianas and followed by turkeys, midnights and then the deltas. These oranges have a higher acid ratio and are exported to Europe and the Middle and Far East. Class three and juice products are for local consumption.
Grown since: 1980s | In-season: March to September
Cambrias
Cambrias are the flagship of the navel varieties. These late ripening fruits are high in sugar content with a rich, juicy flavour, making them delicious for eating. They have a high brix rating and are deep orange in colour. These oranges are exported to Europe and the Middle and Far East, with class three produce distributed to the South African market.
Grown since: 2003 | In-season: March to September
Habata is a farming company with operations in the fertile Sunday’s River Valley in the Eastern Cape and near Robertson in the Western Cape.