Florida Classic Growers Announces Exceptional Start to Citrus Season

Dundee, FL, November 11, 2025— Florida Classic Growers is pleased to announce an outstanding start to the 2025–26 Florida citrus season, marked by exceptional fruit quality, stronger yields, and growing enthusiasm from customers across the produce industry.

“We are extremely pleased with the fruit quality this season,” said Derek Rodgers, Director of Sales and Marketing for Florida Classic Growers. “We’re seeing improved size, higher brix levels, and some of the best external appearance we’ve had in recent years. Our enhanced production practices are paying off in a big way.”

With the state avoiding major hurricane impacts so far this year, Florida Classic Growers is reporting a year-over-year increase in volume—an encouraging trend for both the company and the broader citrus industry.

“This is a very exciting time for Florida citrus and for Florida Classic Growers,” Rodgers added. “The combination of strong quality and increased availability is creating real momentum, and we’re eager to share that with our retail, wholesale, and foodservice partners.”

Florida Classic Growers is now entering peak season for grapefruit, navel oranges, and juice oranges, offering promotable volumes and consistent quality. The company encourages buyers to connect early as demand continues to strengthen.

For sales inquiries, please contact:
Derek Rodgers
863-270-5088
derek.rodgers@flclassic.com

About Florida Classic Growers
Florida Classic Growers, a division of Dundee Citrus Growers Association, is a leading marketer of premium Florida citrus, offering a full range of fresh grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, and specialty citrus to retail, wholesale and foodservice customers across the U.S. and abroad.

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