Orange Wholesale

What are Oranges?

The orange (Citrus sinensis) is one of the most widely consumed fruits globally, prized for its sweet flavor and juicy flesh. It plays a vital role in both  produce markets and the juice industry, with extensive culinary uses across desserts, beverages, sauces, and savory dishes. Due to its nutritional benefits and year-round availability, oranges are a key fruit in global food trade. Sweet slices of orange are sometimes included in larger-format dried fruit blends alongside lychee, pineapple, or kiwi.

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Types, Varieties & Forms of Oranges

Dried and processed oranges come in several forms for use across foodservice, snacking, and industrial applications:

• Dried Orange Slices: Whole slices dehydrated to preserve flavor and aroma, commonly used in tea blends, baked goods, or garnishes.
• Orange Zest: The dried outer peel of oranges, used as a natural flavoring in confections, seasonings, and sauces.
• Candied Orange Peel: Orange peel simmered in sugar syrup and dried, widely used in baking and premium confections.
• Orange Powder: Finely ground dried oranges used in beverages, seasoning blends, and health foods.

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Harvest Season of Oranges

Oranges are harvested in different periods depending on the variety:

• Navel Oranges: Harvested from November to March, with peak availability in December and January.
• Valencia Oranges: Typically picked from March to September, ideal for juicing during summer.
• Cara Cara and Blood Oranges: Harvested mainly from December to April, prized for their unique pigmentation and flavor profiles.

In tropical and subtropical regions, certain orange varieties may be harvested nearly year-round depending on climate conditions.

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Producing Countries

Oranges are grown extensively across the Americas, Africa, and Asia. The top producing nations include:

• Brazil: The global leader in orange production, with 16.9 million tonnes harvested in 2022. It dominates the orange juice export market.
• India: A major fresh orange producer, yielding over 10.2 million tonnes annually.
• China: A top consumer and grower with 7.6 million tonnes of oranges produced in 2022.
• Mexico, Egypt, and the United States: Also play significant roles in global supply chains for both fresh and processed orange products.

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Trends & History

Oranges have been cultivated for over 2,000 years, originating in Southeast Asia before spreading globally through trade routes. In the 15th century, oranges were introduced to the Mediterranean, and by the 19th century, large-scale production emerged in the Americas.

Modern trends show increasing demand for minimally processed orange formats and 100% natural ingredients. Dried orange products are also on the rise in premium snack blends, gourmet baking, and beverage enhancements.

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Oranges Manufacturers

Looking to source oranges in bulk for juice production, foodservice, or retail use? Nutrada offers access to a curated network of verified orange manufacturers from top origins like Brazil, the United States, Spain, and Egypt. Our partners specialize in dried orange slices, zest, and powders.

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Orange in Bulk

Nutrada suppliers offer oranges and orange-derived products in various bulk formats including 5 kg, 10 kg, and 25 kg options. Products are available in frozen, dried, liquid, and powdered forms depending on end-use. Organic certification, food safety audits, and custom labeling are available upon request.

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Private Label Orange

Launch your own orange-based product line with Nutrada’s global network of private label manufacturers. Our partners offer turnkey services for orange juice, dried fruit snacks, zest blends, and confectionery items, with options for retail packaging, formulation support, and compliance consulting.

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Organic Oranges

Organic oranges are a staple in both the fruit market and juice production sector. With increasing awareness around pesticide residues and sustainability, demand for organically grown oranges has surged, especially in Europe and North America. Organic orange juice, zest, powder, and dried slices are commonly used in beverage production, confectionery, and natural flavoring systems. Nutrada helps businesses source certified organic oranges from trusted suppliers in Spain, Brazil, and the U.S.

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Find Orange Suppliers on Nutrada

Create a Nutrada account to explore trusted orange exporters and processors from top citrus-producing countries. Use filters for origin, certification (organic, HACCP, BRC), and form. Get connected to logistics partners, pricing support, and buyer tools to streamline your citrus sourcing strategy.

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