Tom Mayhew
Third Generation Sunkist® Grower
Good Fruit. Good People.
Sunkist Growers is the longest-standing farmer-owned agricultural co-op in the country. When you choose Sunkist, you're supporting hardworking family farms that make up our membership.
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Growing Sustainably
Since 1893
Many of our growers are farming the same land for over 100 years. They take great care in making sure their land and surrounding ecosystems are treated with respect and in balance with the needs of future generations.
Part of Your Family for Generations
For over 130 years we have been a reliable source of Sunkist smiles. We’re proud to be your neighbor, your friend, and are always on your side.
Our Growing Regions
Sunkist citrus is grown across three distinct growing regions, where generations of family farms cultivate fruit with care, expertise, and a shared commitment to quality.
Explore the map below to learn more about each growing region.
District 1
The Central Valley
The Central Valley Region is the largest production area for citrus in California. This region’s hot, dry summers and cold, wet winters are the perfect combination for sweet, juicy citrus.
District 2
Southern California Coastal
The Southern California Coastal Region stretches from Santa Barbara county south to Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The marine air and mild climate of this region are ideal for most citrus, especially lemons.
District 3
California Desert / Arizona Border
The California Desert / Arizona Border Region includes Coachella Valley, Imperial Valley, portions of San Diego County and western Arizona. With hot summers and mild winters with cold nights, citrus flourishes in this arid, desert-like area.
Our Packinghouses
With more than 20 independently owned packinghouses— each a proud member of the Sunkist cooperative— operating throughout these regions, every piece of citrus is meticulously sorted, graded, and packed to meet the standards behind the Sunkist name.
