Sunkist Growers and Fruit Growers Supply Company join forces in strategic reorganization
October 02 , 2025
California-based citrus marketing cooperative Sunkist Growers, along with its sister company Fruit Growers Supply Company, is strategically reorganizing to birth a new cooperative—Sunkist Growers, Inc.
This new entity will serve as the holding company of the existing cooperatives. This strategic move was designed to better serve customers and growers with enhanced innovation and efficiency, while also driving future growth in the citrus industry.
“We are excited to bring together the deep sales and marketing experience of Sunkist with the supply chain expertise of Fruit Growers Supply," said Jim Phillips, President and CEO of the reorganized entity.
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Since adopting a shared management structure in 2017, both cooperatives have increasingly aligned their operations.
The new cooperative's board has approved a new five-year strategic plan to ensure a clear vision for the future and a growth path as the combined entity moves forward.
“Sunkist and Fruit Growers Supply have been operating as sister companies for over a century, and we anticipate this reorganization will allow the combined entity to better prepare for a rapidly evolving citrus market,” said Gerald Denni, Chairman of the Board.
The leadership team of the parent company will comprise key leaders from both cooperatives, ensuring continuity and a seamless transition for customers, growers, and employees.
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