Sunkist Growers, Inc., a citrus cooperative established in 1893, and Fruit Growers Supply Company, its sister supply company founded in 1907, announced a strategic reorganization set to take effect on November 1, 2025. The two companies will form a new California cooperative named “Sunkist Growers, Inc.” which will act as the holding company for both entities.
According to Jim Phillips, President and CEO of both Sunkist and Fruit Growers Supply, “We are excited to bring together the deep sales and marketing experience of Sunkist with the supply chain expertise of Fruit Growers Supply. This will allow for a more seamless experience for both customers and growers.”
The companies have operated under a shared management structure since 2017 and have seen operational benefits from increased cooperation. The boards of both organizations have approved a five-year strategic plan to guide future growth as they combine operations.
Gerald Denni, Chairman of the Board for Sunkist and Fruit Growers Supply, stated: “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. With the changes that have been made over the past several years, we are in an excellent position to enter the next phase of growth as one company.”
The leadership team of the new parent company will include key figures from both organizations to ensure continuity during the transition.
