Red gem growers & packers

Red Gem Growers & Packers is a national Australian business that has been growing and supplying quality potatoes and onions to the retail and wholesale trade for more than 60 years. They are an SQF 2000 certified supplier that actively audits growers and suppliers to ensure quality and security from paddock to plate.

The business operates out of Nar Nar Goon, VIC, with additional soil types and harvest times noted for locations in Hillston, NSW, and Waikerie, SA.

According to the company, their latest potato varieties are exclusive and have been bred with the consumer as the primary focus, featuring beautiful textures, good flavour attributes, regular shapes, smooth skin, and bright colour.

As an SQF 2000 certified supplier, the business maintains the highest standards and actively audits each of its growers, suppliers, and procedures to ensure ongoing adherence to these certifications.

The business follows a 'paddock to plate' philosophy, aiming to get produce from the farms and pack house to the store in the shortest and most efficient amount of time possible.

They grow varieties such as Mozart, Crème Royale, and Maris Piper, which are described as some of Australia's best performing varieties being grown, sold, and eaten.

The company has been growing and supplying quality potatoes and onions to the retail and wholesale trade for more than 60 years, with roots starting in the 1950s in Gembrook.

Reviewers consistently mention that the fruits and vegetables are fresh, delicious, and of excellent quality, with one reviewer noting the packaging was great.

The business has a Trustburn rating of 3.9 out of 5 from 10 reviews, with the most recent reviews dating back to November 2023.

The head office can be reached at (03) 5942 5205, located at 63 Nar Nar Goon Rd. Nar Nar Goon Vic. 3812.

The harvest times for the winter crop are from June to September, while the summer crop runs from December to January.

The business supports local community events, sporting groups, and schools including Berwick Springs Junior Football Club, Gembrook Football Club, and the Koo Wee Rup Potato Festival.

Coles Supermarkets are mentioned as their largest customer, though they state that every customer large or small is crucial to their success.

The soil type in their main growing region is Red Brown Earths (also known as Red Vertosol) with vivid red/orange soil colour, found in Nar Nar Goon, VIC.