CECELIA PREMIUM CITRUS
Cecelia Packing Corporation is a family-owned company with a rich legacy in the citrus industry. As a vertically integrated grower, packer, shipper, and marketer, Cecelia is committed to quality and sustainability. Farming over 93% of our fruit, we represent more than 2,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, one of the state’s premier citrus-growing regions.
California Cara Cara Navel Oranges: A Pure Delight
Taste & Quality
Cecelia’s Cara Cara oranges, also known as the “Pink Navel Orange,” offer a unique and delicious twist on the classic navel variety. The vibrant pink hue comes from Lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes and pink grapefruit. This pigment not only enhances the fruit’s appeal but also contributes to numerous health benefits, including improved heart health and potential cancer risk reduction.
Features & Nutritional Benefits
Cara Cara citrus fruits are sweet, juicy, and low in acid, making them a perfect snack for all ages. Mostly seedless and available from December to April, they are ideal for fresh consumption or juicing. The high Lycopene content further boosts their antioxidant properties, supporting overall wellness.
Packaging
Cecelia Cara Caras are available in 3, 5, and 8 lb bags, under PLU 3110.
At Cecelia Packing Corporation, from the moment our citrus is harvested to the time it reaches our customers, we implement advanced sorting technologies, strict inspection protocols, and state-of-the-art packaging techniques to preserve the integrity of our produce. Give us a call today at (559) 626-5000.
The Pink Navel Orange
The Pink Navel Orange The unique color of our Cara Cara is due to Lycopene, a natural pigment with antioxidant qualities, which also gives the reddish color to other fruits and vegetables including tomatoes, watermelon, and pink grapefruit. Diets rich in antioxidants are believed to help reduce the risk of some cancers, as well as contributing to benefits such as improved heart health. So, pink is also the new Healthy!
Cecelia Cara Caras are:
- Picked at the peak of flavor
- Available December-April
- High in Lycopene
- Low in Acid
- Mostly seedless
- Very sweet and juicy!