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March Produce Update: What to Expect in Your Fresh Fruit Delivery

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

We’re still a few weeks away from the vernal equinox (the official beginning of spring), but in California, it's starting to feel like a new season. The hills in San Francisco are finally green again …

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Ojai Pixie Tangerines: An Epic Crop Is on the Way!

By Lex Flamm on

When The FruitGuys called farmer Emily Ayala of Friend’s Ranches on February 20, her team was gearing up to harvest an enormous crop of Ojai Pixie tangerines.  “It’s more than twice as big as last …

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The Surprising Health Benefits of Eating Fresh Fruit Daily

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

When people find out that I work for a fruit company, their next question is often, “So what are the health benefits of fruit, really?” It’s easy to talk about the physical benefits: Fruit boosts our …

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This California Citrus Grower Melds High-Tech Farming and Family Values

By Lex Flamm on

Marcus Marderosian looks forward to Cara Cara orange season every year. This sweet, low-acid citrus is a type of navel orange, and it typically pops up around Christmas and lingers through spring. You …

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Cheers to 27 Years of Corporate Fruit Delivery

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

This week marks twenty-seven years since The FruitGuys—and the concept of corporate fruit delivery—was born. The story goes that my brother, Chris, and his wife, Pia, had recently moved back to San …

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15 Reasons Office Fruit Delivery Is a Win for Employees and HR

By The FruitGuys on

Back in the early ‘90s, there was no such thing as office fruit delivery. Most workers powered up with a steady stream of vending machine candy bars and strong black coffee. But that all changed in …

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The Best Assortment of Fruits for Heart Health

By Jonanna Widner on

A vibrant, varied diet is a cornerstone of cardiovascular health, and fruits play a starring role. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, these natural wonders can …

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Incoming Tariffs and Food Prices: What You Should Know

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

Since January 20, I’ve kept a close eye on the news from Washington, DC, so that I don’t miss policy changes that might impact The FruitGuys’ business, staff, partners, and/or clients. There’s so much …

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Kings River Packing: This Fresh Fruit Farm Made Orange History

By Lex Flamm on

Drive through Fresno County, California, and your wheels will kick up dust onto row after row of orange trees bearing bright green leaves and glowing fruit. There are more than 19,500 acres of them …

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How to Make Fresh-Squeezed Juice with Fruits and Veggies (Kid Approved)

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

My youngest son isn’t the biggest orange fan, but that all changes if he can turn them into fresh-squeezed juice. “I want to make juice,” he declares, dragging his stool over to the counter and …

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All About the Lychee

By The FruitGuys on

The lychee is a lucky fruit. In China, parents tuck them into their children’s beds on Lunar New Year to keep them safe from monsters, along with mandarin oranges, dates, and persimmons. The next …

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Good Fortune Fruit: Lucky Picks for Lunar New Year

By Jonanna Widner on

For centuries, fruit has played a central role in Lunar New Year celebrations in China and other Asian countries. According to a recent Time article: Since at least the Qing dynasty, Chinese …

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Fun Valentine’s Day Activities for Work: Ideas for Happy Employees

By The FruitGuys on

According to a 2024 survey of 800 workers, almost 74% of men and 66% of women “crave more meaningful bonds with work colleagues.” Holidays are a great opportunity for HR and office managers to help …

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The FruitGuys Donates Fresh Fruit to LA Firefighters and Evacuees

By Erin Mittelstaedt on

I had a plan for what to write in this week’s Chief Banana blog—but the truth is, I haven’t been able to think about much other than the horrific, fast-moving wildfires in Los Angeles since they …

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Should We Rename Fresh Blood Oranges?

By Lex Flamm on

In 2023, a post circulating on the social media platform Reddit kicked off intense citrus discourse. The photo, captioned “Raspberry Oranges,” showed a peeled orange with flesh so dark red it was …

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The FruitGuys and HGFB Team Up to Feed Those In Need

By Lex Flamm on

It’s bright and early on a Monday morning, and the team at Hawaiian Gardens Food Bank in Hawaiian Gardens, California, is busy packing bags to hand out to the community. Each one includes grains, …

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These Healthy Desk Snacks Fight Food Waste and Help Farmers

By Lex Flamm on

At first glance, Mavuno Harvest’s Chewy Fruit Bites look similar to a lot of other dried fruit products on the market. But take a closer look, and you’ll spot a few things that set these healthy desk …

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Meet Your Finger Lime Farmer: Megan Shanley Warren

By Lex Flamm on

“Farming is scary. Farming is beautiful. You get your crop and you get to enjoy it and see other people enjoy it. And farming is extremely unpredictable.”  Scary, beautiful, and unpredictable—that’s …

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Holiday Fruit Traditions from Around the World

By Elisabeth Flynn on

Have you ever wondered why holiday fruit gift baskets are so popular? It turns out this gifting tradition has deep roots. During the holiday season, fruits take on symbolic significance in rituals and …

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Winter Fruit Guide 2024

By The FruitGuys on

When winter winds bring cooler temperatures, it’s natural to lean into hearty foods like soups, roasts, and stews. But those warming meals need a fresh counterpoint—and nature provides it with winter …

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