Grower name
Greg & Kristin Mouat, and their sons Richard, Sam and Tom
Orchard name
WYOLA
Brief history...
The Mouat’s are a second generation apple growing family.
Greg's parents bought the orchard in 1926, and since then, the trees have gradually been replaced. The first wave of replacements was up until the 1980’s, but more recently new varieties such as Galaxy Gala and Pink Lady have been planted.
How long have the Mouat’s been growing Batlow Apples?
Approximately 30 years on and off.
Is there a history to the orchard?
Greg’s parents purchased the current orchard site in 1926
What varieties are grown at WYOLA?
Red Delicious, Braeburn, Fuji, Pink Lady, Sundowner, Granny Smith. (Greg’s favourite variety is Fuji)
Life in Batlow for a grower...
It is a busy 12 month job, and there is always something to do. For the Mouats, fruit growing is a business, but the town and lifestyle in Batlow is terrific.
The family is involved with local Rotary Club, and have a keen interest in snow skiing. The Mouat’s spend a holiday on the coast each year.
Why are you proud to be part of Batlow Fruit Cooperative?
The Co-Op places value on professionalism and duty of care to principles of co-operation, with aspirations of co-operative growers to produce premium quality apples. We are the most recognised apple/horticultural brand in Australia. The innovative, high quality technology and re-investment into post harvest storage, grading and packing facilities ensure we will always deliver our fruit to the Batlow Fruit Co-operative.