April 13, 2017, Valencia, CA – Sunkist Growers, and the industry, mourns the death of former President & CEO Russell Hanlin Sr., who passed away on April 11, 2017 at age 84. Hanlin served as President and CEO of Sunkist Growers for 20 years, and was elected President Emeritus upon his retirement in November of […]
https://sunkist.com/press-room/russell-hanlin-sr-former-sunkist-president-ceo-passes/
March 1, 2017, Valencia, California—Sunkist Growers held the cooperative’s 123rd annual meeting on February 22, seating the organization’s 28-member Board of Directors for the upcoming year and summarizing 2016 performance. “We were faced with the challenge of one of the largest Navel orange crops in history, and larger than normal harvests across many of the […]
January 5, 2017, Valencia, CA – As the organic category continues to grow, so does demand for organic citrus – including seasonal easy-peel varieties. According to IRI Worldwide Data, sales of organic easy-peel citrus varieties last year were up over 70 percent in dollars and 60 percent in volume. “Consumers today are making thoughtful choices […]
October 10, 2016, Orlando, FL – With consumers focused on fresh, bold flavors, demand for citrus continues to grow. According to IRI Worldwide Data, citrus category growth out-performed fruit and produce category growth in both volume and dollar sales over the past year, so the opportunity is ripe for Sunkist to preview this year’s Sunkist® […]
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, […]
https://sunkist.com/press-room/sunkist-announces-sales-leadership-changes-for-2016-17-citrus-season/
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 […]
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 […]
https://sunkist.com/press-room/citrus-sales-on-the-rise/
March 17, 2016, Valencia, CA – Peak citrus season is in full swing, and with it, a number of Sunkist® citrus varieties are at their prime. Cara Cara, Navel and blood oranges as well as Meyer lemons are full-flavored with strong supplies and superior quality, and late season specialties like Gold Nugget variety mandarins and […]
https://sunkist.com/press-room/diverse-varieties-plentiful-at-height-of-peak-citrus-season/
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 […]
https://sunkist.com/press-room/kevin-fiori-to-assume-position-with-passion-growers/
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 […]
