Florida's Natural Growers

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Florida's Natural Growers

Company type	Agricultural cooperative
Industry	Beverage
Founded	1933
Headquarters	Lake Wales, Florida, United States
Products	Orange juice, Grapefruit juice, Lemonade

Florida's Natural Growers is an American agricultural cooperative based in Lake Wales, Florida. The cooperative specializes in the production of citrus beverages, primarily orange juice, grapefruit juice, and lemonade. It was founded in 1933 and is one of the largest citrus cooperatives in the United States.

History

Florida's Natural Growers was established in 1933 by a group of citrus growers in Florida who sought to market their products cooperatively. The cooperative was originally known as the Florida Citrus Canners Cooperative. Over the years, it has grown significantly and rebranded as Florida's Natural Growers to reflect its focus on natural, high-quality citrus products.

Products

The cooperative produces a variety of citrus-based beverages, including:

• Orange juice: Available in various forms such as not-from-concentrate, with pulp, and without pulp.
• Grapefruit juice: Offered in both white and pink varieties.
• Lemonade: Made from natural ingredients.

Operations

Florida's Natural Growers operates several processing plants in Florida, where the citrus fruits are harvested, processed, and packaged. The cooperative prides itself on using only Florida-grown citrus fruits, ensuring the quality and freshness of its products.

Marketing and Distribution

The cooperative markets its products under the brand name "Florida's Natural." These products are distributed throughout the United States and in several international markets. Florida's Natural Growers emphasizes its commitment to natural ingredients and the absence of artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives in its products.

Environmental and Social Responsibility

Florida's Natural Growers is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental stewardship. The cooperative implements various initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, including water conservation, energy efficiency, and waste reduction programs.

See also

• Agricultural cooperative
• Citrus production in Florida
• Orange juice
• Grapefruit juice
• Lemonade