Creekside Organics expands Fruit World's citrus selection

Creekside Organics says an expanded offering from Fruit World Co. will allow retailers to create a well-rounded citrus category that meets growing consumer demand and to build dynamic, eye-catching citrus destinations in-store.

Following its recent 50/50 merger with Creekside Organics, Fruit World has expanded its organic citrus selection to include heirloom navel oranges, Gold Nugget mandarins, kumquats and transitional blood and cara cara oranges. Retailers can also stock conventional Gold Nugget mandarins, bald and stem-and-leaf Tango mandarins and a full lineup of organic Tango mandarins, minneolas, blood oranges, lemons and mandarinquats.

“Retailers can count on expanded offerings, seamless ordering and a dedicated team to support their citrus needs,” Creekside Organics co-CEO Bianca Kaprielian said in a news release. “Plus, we’re now able to offer our customers even more — including our incredible organic vegetable program and a wider selection of organic fruit.”

Consumer demand for fresh, organic produce continues to rise, particularly among millennials and Generation Z shoppers prioritizing health, sustainability and transparency in their food choices, the company said.

Fruit World’s packaging highlights its mission to keep family farms thriving and directs shoppers to Deliciously Different, a platform that shares the company’s values-driven approach to farming and sustainability. Additionally, with Equitable Food Initiative-certified products, Fruit World provides an added layer of social responsibility and accountability — helping consumers feel good about the companies and people behind their purchases, the release said.

Fruit World encourages retailers to take advantage of peak citrus season by showcasing a vibrant, diverse selection that aligns with today’s health-conscious consumers and drives excitement in the produce aisle.