J. Hunter Pearls | Award Winning Pearl Farm in Savusavu

Justin Hunter had a big dream. Why not, he thought, grow pearls that looked nothing like the traditional black pearl. Why not produce pearls in beautifully distinctive hues that are also larger than what are traditionally grown.

J. Hunter Pearls Fiji is situated in Savusavu Town on the island of Vanua Levu in the north of Fiji, an area that’s still largely untouched. This unspoiled location provides a truly unique location for aquaculture. J. Hunter’s pearls are cultured in a natural environment that’s largely free of impurities and pollution.

Justin's dream did not end with growing the world's best pearls. His goal was to blend pearl farming with Fiji's natural environment and its indigenous people to create a working partnership. Justin is intensely committed to keeping the marine environment of Savusavu Bay in its pristine condition and to improving the lives of the people of the community. J. Hunter Pearls Fiji provides much needed jobs for local people, which gives them the resources to improve their villages and their lives. Justin's commitment also includes providing school scholarships to deserving students and to be personally involved with the Savusavu community at large.

In 2005, J. Hunter Pearls won the Unique Exporter of Year Award presented by the Fiji Trades and Investment Bureau, in the coveted Exporter of the Year category.