Sunkist Growers, Inc. announced that Limoneira Company, one of its original founding members, will rejoin the organization effective Nov. 1. The move marks a meaningful reunion and a bold step forward for both companies.
“This is more than a return. It’s a powerful alignment of shared history, values and vision,” said Jim Phillips, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Sunkist Growers. “Together, we’re transforming our collective capabilities into greater value for our growers, packers and customers.”
Under the new agreement, Limoneira will continue to operate as an independent business entity. However, all of Limoneira’s fresh citrus sales and marketing responsibilities —primarily focused on lemons — will transition to Sunkist at the start of the new citrus season.
“We have long respected Sunkist’s leadership and legacy in the citrus industry,” said Harold Edwards, president and CEO of Limoneira. “Now is the right time to rejoin. Both organizations have evolved, adapted and strengthened. We’re excited to build on that momentum to create lasting value for our growers and customers.”
This reconnection is expected to drive expanded market access, optimize citrus supply and strengthen the cooperative’s ability to meet evolving customer and grower needs.
Limoneira is a 132-year-old international agribusiness headquartered in Santa Paula, California. It includes 10,500 acres of rich agricultural lands, real estate properties and water rights in California, Arizona, Chile and Argentina. The company is a leading producer of lemons, avocados and other crops.
Sunkist Growers, Inc. is a citrus marketing cooperative, founded in 1893, which is owned and operated by more than 1,000 growers made up of family farmers growing citrus in California and Arizona.
Source: Sunkist Growers, Inc.
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