The citrus industry the United States is dominated by the orange. More specifically, it is dominated by its juice. Eight out of every ten oranges grown in America are sent directly to processing plants. Nowhere is the discrepancy between juice and fresh fruit larger than in Florida. The Sunshine State…
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Anyone that even has a passing interest in staying in good health has probably heard the words “free radicals” at one point. Those that have heard of them understand it is best to avoid them. Why is this? Free radicals are the severe toxins that can dramatically impact a person’s…
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The Surprising Romance of the Honeybell Orange You might not think of fruit as romantic. Oranges and tangerines are probably not the first thought that comes to mind if you’re looking to impress your significant other. But you might be surprised. If your special someone is watching their weight or…
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Before the fruitcake first came to America it had a rather good reputation around the world. In fact, it was considered a delicacy in many European countries. In the UK, it was often served with tea or given as a housewarming gift to new neighbors. But when the first mail…
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This holiday season everyone is looking for affordable gifts that don’t look skimpy or cheap. Indian River fruit is the perfect gift if you need to find gifts that fit your budget but still look impressive. More people than ever are cutting back this year and spending less on gifts.…
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Picking the best citrus fruit is not that difficult once you know what to look for. The better the quality of the citrus fruit that you buy is the better that citrus fruit will taste and the longer it will last. High quality citrus fruits do not last more than…
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Georgia is known for producing quality peaches from May thru August. Idaho peaches prove that Idaho grows more than just potatoes. They ripen late in the season from August to October. There are a large variety of clingstone peaches with the pit, semi-clingstones, and freestone varieties. Peaches come in two…
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You’ve heard of the orange in all its varieties (navel, mandarin, Valencia, et cetera) and the different kinds of grapefruit (pink, ruby red, and so on.) You’ve probably also heard about the tangerine and of course traditional citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and others. But what’s a tangelo? The small,…
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Simple punches are great for summer parties, but when you’re making simple punches and drinks it’s important to use high quality ingredients because the quality of the ingredients will impact the taste of the finished drink. Indian River citrus fruit is the ideal choice for summer punches and drinks because…
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Make your house look great this holiday season by using fruit baskets to decorate. Fruit baskets are inexpensive compared to lots of holiday decorations, and they last much longer than flowers, plants, and other decorations. Fruit baskets can last through the entire holiday season and still give your family lots…