Anyone who does any kind of shopping has come into contact with navel oranges, but they may not be aware of the fruit’s origin or why navel oranges are better than ordinary oranges for some purposes. Navel oranges are very special and have a partially formed but undeveloped fruit on…
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When you plan to give a gift, the gift itself is only part of the presentation. You also have to plan the wrapping, the mode of delivery, and even your behavior when you give the gift to its recipient. Depending on what you have in mind, this can involve a…
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Sweetheart Cherries are a delectable treat that is perfect for that someone special, or for yourself. This sweet fruit gets its name from its unique shape as it looks like a red heart with a vibrant green stem growing from it. Red cherries are the perfect summer treat, but they…
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Americans were once an active and industrious people. They actually made things with their hands, instead of importing them from poorer countries. No, we aren’t getting nostalgic. But the truth is that America is headed in the wrong direction, at least when it comes to food. A generation ago, smoking…
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The citrus market is a competitive one. Although the clementine market is restricted to the months of November through March, the Florida fresh Clementine market excels in the United States of America domestic market. This is primarily due to the fact that clementines, once harvested, do not keep for very…
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You may think fruit shipping is as easy as throwing a few pieces of fruit into a box and shipping it, but it is much more regulated then that. You need follow the fruit shipping guidelines and ensure that you stay within the federal standards of food safety if you…
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While most people tend to think of citrus fruits as those coming from warm climates such as you find in Florida, there are a few varieties that can withstand temperatures as low as 14? Fahrenheit for short periods and still produce quality citrus fruit. However, the best cultivation occurs when…
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If you or your family and friends are gourmet food fans and love to eat high quality food you should pick up some Indian River citrus fruit for your next gathering or party. Indian River citrus fruit is considered to be the best tasting citrus fruit in the world by…
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If you have friends or relatives that have anniversaries in late winter Temple oranges make great anniversary gifts. Whether you choose gift baskets full of delicious Temple oranges or choose fruit assortments that contain Temple oranges along with grapefruits, tangerines or other citrus fruits you can’t go wrong giving citrus…
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The fruit basket was one of the first gifts designed specifically for corporate clients. No one knows exactly who invented it or when, but we do know that it was first offered by florists during the late 1940s. Shortly after the Second World War, American business was on the rise,…