Sunkist case study: From grove to glass and beyond

As part of a commitment to reduce waste, Sunkist has focused its efforts on identifying, expanding, or creating markets to utilize citrus fruit that does not meet quality standards for fresh sale.

In 2012, Sunkist established a partnership with Ventura Coastal that furthers that goal through Ventura Coastal’s processing operation, which uses every part of the fruit to be sold to a variety of markets and customers. SureHarvest documented and verified Ventura Coastal’s total-use citrus processing program using the 5Ps of Sustainability.™

By providing Ventura Coastal with its byproducts, Sunkist ensures that its growers’ fruit is being utilized, while also providing the market with various desired and profitable citrus products.

Ventura Coastal is a strong partner for Sunkist, and upholds the highest standards of production. This commitment to safety and quality is demonstrated by its status as a Safe Quality Food certified manufacturer, earned by adhering to strict industry guidelines verified by annual third-party audits to ensure that processes are continually maintained and improved.

Click here to read the sustainability case study recently release by Sunkist about its joint venture partner, wholesale citrus processor Ventura Coastal, LLC.

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