Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Agricultural Supplies & Services in California
Fruit Growers Supply has been a trusted partner in agriculture since 1907, originally established by Sunkist Growers to manufacture wood crates for citrus transport. Over more than a century, we have expanded our offerings to serve both large and small farms with agricultural supplies, irrigation systems, corrugated packaging, wooden pallets, postharvest services, and sustainable timber products. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through advanced irrigation design, state-of-the-art corrugated packaging facilities, and patented postharvest technologies that enhance crop protection and efficiency.We maintain AIB certification for food safety and participate in the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), ensuring responsible resource management across our timberlands in Oregon and Washington. With retail centers in California and Arizona, our team of experts provides personalized support, combining deep industry experience with cutting-edge solutions to meet evolving agricultural needs. Our vertically integrated services and focus on sustainability have made us a leader in agricultural supply chain solutions, serving growers, packers, and shippers nationwide.
Services
Irrigation Design
Corrugated Packaging
Wooden Pallets
Postharvest Services
Timber Supply
Agricultural Supplies
Packinghouse Equipment
Water Treatment Programs
Custom Box Manufacturing
Forest Management
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of agricultural industry expertise
- Our SFI-certified sustainable forestry practices ensure responsible resource management
- We implement patented irrigation solutions for maximum water efficiency
- Our team provides 24/7 technical support for critical agricultural operations
- We manufacture locally-produced, fully traceable citrus wax solutions
Associations and certifications
- Sustainable Forestry Initiative
- AIB Certified
What people say
Exceptional service
Quality products
Expert knowledge
Timely delivery
Sustainable practices
Services
Irrigation Design
Our irrigation design services create customized water management solutions for commercial farms. We combine century-old agricultural expertise with modern technology to develop efficient drip, flood, and sprinkler systems. Professional installation and maintenance ensure optimal water usage and crop yield protection.
Corrugated Packaging
We manufacture high-quality corrugated packaging solutions using state-of-the-art equipment. Our facilities produce over one billion square feet of boxes annually, offering customizable options for citrus, stone fruit, and other agricultural products with sustainable materials.
Postharvest Services
Our postharvest division develops food-grade citrus wax and packinghouse machinery. These solutions protect fruit quality during transport while maintaining compliance with US Food Safety Regulations through locally-manufactured, fully traceable products.
Timber Supply
We sustainably harvest conifer and hardwood timber from certified forests in Oregon and Washington. Our forestry practices exceed growth replacement rates while maintaining biodiversity and supporting long-term ecosystem health through SFI standards.
Agricultural Supplies
Our retail centers stock essential agricultural supplies including fertilizers, pesticides, power tools, and safety equipment. With locations across California and Arizona, we provide growers access to both common and hard-to-find farming necessities.
People
Steve Moore
General Manager
With 26 years in corrugated manufacturing at Weyerhaeuser and International Paper, Steve has transformed FGS Carton Plant into a world-class operation through process improvements and team development.
Gregor Shanks
Sales Manager
Bringing 25+ years of industry experience, Gregor has expanded FGS's market reach globally while building strong customer relationships that support business growth and client satisfaction.
Brenda Manrique
Sales Representative
With 14 years in corrugated carton industry, Brenda transitioned from customer service leadership to technical sales, playing key roles in software implementation and client relationship management.
John Canales
Operations Manager
Since joining FGS in 2007, John has led critical technology integrations that improved manufacturing efficiency through better software coordination across the enterprise system architecture.
Questions
What agricultural services do you offer?
We provide irrigation systems, corrugated packaging, wooden pallets, postharvest solutions, and sustainable timber products for commercial growers.
Are your products sustainable?
Yes, our timber operations exceed growth replacement rates and we use 37% recycled materials in packaging production.
Do you serve outside California?
We serve Arizona, Oregon, Washington, and Baja California with corrugated packaging and timber products.
What irrigation solutions are available?
We design and install drip, flood, sprinkler, and micro irrigation systems with preventative maintenance programs.
Do you offer packaging customization?
Yes, our corrugated facility provides 6-color printing and custom die-cut options for specialized packaging needs.
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