Category: Fruits

There are four major commercial cultivars of orange: the Washington navel, the Valencia, the Hamlin and the pineapple orange. All are grown in both states, but the navel and Valencia predominate in California, while the Hamlin, pineapple and Valencia are widely grown in Florida. Do navel oranges come from Florida? Nevertheless, the Florida navel orange […]

Navel oranges and the adorable clementines are among some of the seedless forms of oranges (via Scientific American). Going seedless is great for consumers, but it does beg the question of how these varieties of oranges multiply? Most fruits are spread by their seeds. Are all oranges seedless? navel orange variety are seedless. The reason […]

The seedless part is pretty obvious– navel oranges have no seeds in them. Instead, if a grower wants more navel oranges, they have to cultivate a part of the plant they grow on in order to get new ones. Are there seeds in navel oranges? navel orange variety are seedless. The reason for this condition […]

The navel is also a biological oddity. It’s naturally seedless; any new trees must be grown from cuttings of old trees. It’s also actually two oranges in one. Why do navel oranges have no seeds? Navel orange blossoms lack viable pollen and ovules, so all fruits are seedless. This is why it cannot reproduce through […]

Navel orange blossoms lack viable pollen and ovules, so all fruits are seedless. This is why it cannot reproduce through seeds or pollinate other citrus trees. To propagate them, growers graft navel orange stock onto a different orange tree’s rootstock, so that it has a root system to grow from. Why are navel oranges seedless? […]

Seedless Fruit Navel orange blossoms lack viable pollen and ovules, so all fruits are seedless. This is why it cannot reproduce through seeds or pollinate other citrus trees. To propagate them, growers graft navel orange stock onto a different orange tree’s rootstock, so that it has a root system to grow from. Why are there […]

They’re seedless, with a sweet, meaty flesh, making them ideal for snacking. California navel oranges usually arrive at grocers in November and late varieties are available through June. In the peak months – February, March and April – California navels are at their very sweetest. Are California oranges the same as navel oranges? Is there […]

A seedless orange is produced when the flowers from which the fruit develop are not pollinated, as the anthers do not develop pollen. The most popular varieties of seedless oranges for eating fresh are naval, Valencia and Jaffa. The Tarocco is Italy’s favorite seedless orange. Can an orange have no seeds? Seedless Fruit Navel orange […]

Navel Oranges are different to other orange varietiesorange varietiesThere are only two grades: US Grade AA Juice and US Grade A Juice, which are given to the oranges before processing. Juice grades are determined by three factors: The juiciness of the orange. The amount of solids in the juice (at least 10% solids are required […]

Sunkist is an orange flavored soda named after the popular citrus fruit brand but is made by Keurig Dr Pepper. Most orange sodas are caffeine-free but Sunkist is an exception to this rule. Is Sunkist an orange? From Navel and Valencia to Cara Cara and Blood oranges, every Sunkist® orange is bursting with vivid color […]

SACRAMENTO – Valencia oranges, the primary source of orange juice in California, are ripening on Valley trees this month but the 2022 crop looks to be down from recent years. On March 9, 2022, the USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) released the 2021-22 Valencia Orange Objective Measure Report. Where are the Valencia oranges? Oranges […]

The orange color is rare, and the word topaz translates to fire in Sanskrit. The imperial topaz is one of the most expensive colors and is considered a precious topaz. Many compare it to the colors of the sunset as it ranges from pale orange to bold orange. What kind of rock is orange? Carnelian […]

Cara cara oranges are a wonderfully sweet type of navel orange harvested in California between December and April. The bright orange skin conceals an interior that is juicy and often just a bit pink—making it perfect for citrus fruit salads, as well as a satisfyingly sweet juice. Which navel oranges are best? The best navel […]

No, sorry! Orange carbs are too high to consider them a keto-friendly fruit. How many carbs are in Cara Cara oranges? 19 gramsNutrition Facts One medium cara cara orange has 80 calories, 19 grams of carbs, and 3 grams of fiber. It’s an excellent source of the antioxidants vitamin A and C and a good […]

Navel oranges. You can’t miss this classic. Navel oranges are refreshingly bright and juicy, serving all the vitamin C vibes and sweet feels. Are Sunkist oranges navel oranges? Because they’re pretty much the most classic-looking (and tasting) orange of all time. Known for their navel-like formation on one end (hence the name), you can’t miss […]

Oranges Navel oranges. You can’t miss this classic. VALENCIA ORANGE. Also known as the official orange of juicing. CARA CARA ORANGE. The Pink Orange packs power under that peel. BLOOD ORANGE. Blood oranges understood the assignment. Why are Sunkist oranges so good? Sunkist Cara Cara Oranges This breed of oranges has few to no seeds […]

Satsumas are tangerines and are considered a variety of small mandarin oranges. They are seedless and their skin is loosely attached to the fruit making them super easy to peel. What types of mandarins are seedless? Phoenix® mandarins are seedless with a sweet honey flavour. Amorette® mandarins are truly seedless, easy to peel and have […]

Refreshingly sweet. And not too acidic, either. Plus, their thick skin is surprisingly easy to peel. And if seeds aren’t your thing, well, prepare to like them even more – because they’re Team Seedless all the way. Do Sunkist navel oranges have seeds? We’re talking no seeds, a super sweet flavor and 100% of your […]

Navel Oranges are different to other orange varieties in that they have an underdeveloped second fruit opposite their stems that give them their navel looking part. This is also what makes them seedless. Like all navel orange varieties, the Cara CaraCara CaraCara Cara oranges are extremely sweet and have a slightly lower acidity than Navels […]

The Valencia Orange Valued for their high juice content and availability outside of the typical citrus season, Valencia oranges are usually thin-skinned and have a few seeds. They are considered one of the best oranges for juicing. Which is better orange navel or Valencia? Navel Orange They taste sweeter than Valencias and are great to […]