Press Room

Sunkist Announces Sales Leadership Changes for 2016-17 Citrus Season

September 29, 2016, Valencia, Calif.  — Approaching a new citrus season, today Sunkist Growers announced that Lance McMillan has been promoted to Director of North American Sales. McMillan brings a deep knowledge of packinghouse operations along with a proven track record in sales results to this role. Brian Slagel, former Director of North American Sales, […]

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Sunkist Growers Showcases Fresh Citrus Trends at PMA Foodservice Conference

July 25, 2016, MONTEREY, CA — Vibrant, fresh flavors are zesting up the foodservice sector, providing opportunities for chefs to brighten their menus with the color and flavor of fresh citrus. Offering over 40 citrus varieties, Sunkist is promoting the versatility and relevance of fresh citrus to the foodservice industry at this year’s PMA Foodservice […]

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Citrus Sales on the Rise

March 23, 2016, Valencia, CA – According to recent IRI Worldwide data, total citrus sales in dollars are up by 8 percent over last year in the December – February time period, highlighting consumer enthusiasm for seasonal citrus. “Consumers are seeking fresh, bright and delicious foods during the winter months – creating great opportunity for […]

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Kevin Fiori to Assume Position with Passion Growers

February 25, 2016, Valencia, Calif. & Miami, Fl. — Sunkist Growers and Passion Growers today announced a significant personnel change for both organizations. Kevin Fiori is leaving his position as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Sunkist Growers in Valencia, Calif. to assume a position with Passion Growers, a leading floral company headquartered […]

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Sunkist Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer John Striff to Lead Cooperative’s Sales & Marketing Operations

February 25, 2016, Valencia, Calif.  — Sunkist Growers announced today that current Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer John Striff will oversee the organization’s sales and marketing departments following the departure of Kevin Fiori in June. “We are so appreciative of the outstanding work that Kevin has done during his time at Sunkist,” said […]

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Sunkist Growers Announces Sixth Straight Billion-Dollar Revenue Year and Second Consecutive Billion-Dollar Grower Payment

February 23, 2016, Valencia, Calif. — Sunkist Growers announced the cooperative’s sixth consecutive billion-dollar revenue year at the company’s annual meeting on February 17. Moreover, for the first time in Sunkist’s history, for two consecutive years the organization has issued grower payments of over a billion dollars.   “Sunkist has made many advancements to keep […]

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With Organics Leading Agricultural Growth, Sunkist Expands Organic Portfolio

December 21, 2015, Valencia, CA – Organics are the fastest growing segment in agriculture, and increasing demand for organic citrus bolsters this trend. Retail sales of organic citrus in the U.S. were up 14 percent in 2015 according to IRI Worldwide Data, meaning that organic citrus is growing nearly three times faster than conventional citrus. […]

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Sunkist to Showcase Fresh Citrus & Marketing Materials at the 2015 PMA Fresh Summit Convention + Expo

October 19, 2015, ATLANTA, GA – Late autumn brings cooler weather and changing colors, but it also brings the return of Sunkist® seasonal citrus! At the 2015 PMA Fresh Summit Convention + Expo, Sunkist will be encouraging attendees to taste the first of this year’s seasonal citrus crop, browse the cooperative’s refreshed website and retail […]

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