California-based citrus farming and shipping pioneer, Suntreat, showcased its extensive variety of high-quality fruits and its commitment to sustainable practices at the recent New York Produce Show & Conference.
Exhibiting in booth 336, the company, revered for its innovation, reliability, and consistently superb products, demonstrated how it maintains its competitive edge in the citrus industry.
Suntreat’s journey began in 1958 when founding brothers, Harry and John Griffith, migrated from Kansas seeking work after the Great Depression. Over time, they acquired farms, created a nursery, and established Suntreat before it became part of the AC Foods Family in 2015.
Today, Suntreat is recognized for its potent consumer brands and robust citrus operation. The company’s success is attributed to its deep-rooted relationships with California’s best citrus growers.
Over decades, Suntreat has developed a robust citrus operation with some of the most exciting consumer brands on the market.
These strategic partnerships, stretching from southern Kern County to Fresno County in the north, have enabled Suntreat to provide top-quality produce all year round.
In line with its strong commitment to the environment, the company works tirelessly to improve resource conservation, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity among its citrus crops.
Suntreat’s dedication doesn’t stop there. It serves approximately 150 grower families over 9,000 acres, and each year, supplies millions of cartons of fruit, with each citrus having full traceability from the grove to the carton.
This attention to detail and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in establishing Suntreat’s impeccable reputation in the citrus industry.
Moreover, Suntreat’s packing and shipping operation is another testament to its success. The company grows and packs a vast array of citrus, including high-volume and specialty varieties.
Its operation isn’t just about getting crops to the market; it’s about maximizing utilization and profitability through efficient packing and marketing services.
In doing so, Suntreat ensures that the pride of California’s citrus growers is reflected in every carton sent to the market.
Suntreat’s success in the citrus industry does not only benefit the company. It also assures the success of its clients, supplying citrus to major retailers across the United States and Canada.
From large grocery chains to independent grocers, Suntreat caters to each buyer’s specific needs, adjusting its services based on volume, variety, grade, and packaging.
With an unwavering focus on quality, innovation, reliability, and a diverse selection of citrus varieties, Suntreat serves as a bastion of excellence in the citrus industry, demonstrated beautifully in its recent presentation at the New York Produce Show.
The company’s exhibit echoed its rich history and dedication to sustainability, while also showcasing its commitment to supporting the planet and communities in which it operates.
The New York Produce Show & Conference served as an ideal platform for Suntreat to highlight its innovative approach in the citrus market, and its participation reinforced its position as a leader in the industry.
