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Annual Citrus Fruit Fundraiser
Click on the hyperlinks below to
jump around this page, which is chock full of
information
about our gourmet quality citrus fruit at
wholesale prices. All proceeds go (100%) to
charity !
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About
our annual Citrus Fruit Drive
The
Rotary Club of Jenkintown uses citrus fruit sales as a
fund raising tool. Every dollar used to purchase
citrus fruit through our club goes entirely and directly
to charity.
As
a direct result of a variety of fund raising efforts
(like citrus fruit sales) the Rotary Club of Jenkintown
gave $23,250 to
local charitable and non-profit organizations
during the fiscal year ending in June 2006 . In
addition, our members donated an additional $5,650 of
their personal funds to international and local
charitable causes. Last year we raised over $13,000 for charity from sales of Florida citrus
fruit.
But this is no ordinary citrus fruit
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Starting
in the late Fall of each year we custom order citrus
fruit directly from the finest citrus groves in
Florida. Our order is custom picked, quickly
packaged, and loaded onto a refrigerated truck.
The truck arrives in Jenkintown barely two days after
picking and is available for sale to the general public by the box.
This is the best way to enjoy the freshest citrus fruit
available anywhere - and only the Rotary Club of
Jenkintown offers this service to the general
public.
People
tell us that fruit this fresh has a unique flavor and
texture that has to be experienced to be understood. It is
that special, but (as you will see by scrolling
down to review pricing information) it is also a
fabulous bargain!
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Why
our Citrus Fruit is Special
The
Rotary Club of Jenkintown sells Fresh Florida citrus
from "The World's Best Citrus Company" (H and S Citrus, Inc.)
H
& S Citrus is a family owned and operated business.
They pick from trees that are at least 11 years old and
then, only the fruit on those trees that is truly mature.
The rest is left for later harvesting, when it has had
additional time to let Mother Nature take her course and
it has completely ripened
The quality of citrus fruit is determined by the ratio
between the sugar content and acidity. H & S
repeatedly tests the fruit for this ratio, while it is in
its growing stages. When it has reached the optimum
balance, when the fruit is at its peak, then it is
harvested.
While other packers may get their fruit from the same
areas -- even the same groves as H & S Citrus, no
other fruit packer matches this step by step, proven
"plan for taste and freshness". Every aspect of
the H & S Citrus operation (from harvesting to
machinery to personnel and scheduling to transportation) is set up with one single goal in mind and that is to
provide customers the most nutritious, sweetest, tastiest
fruit available.
Once it has passed as "H & S quality" the
fruit is washed and coated with a layer of safe, US FDA
approved, water-soluble wax - which enhances the appearance and protects its
freshness. (This wax is easily removed by rinsing with tap water.)
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Varieties
of Citrus Fruit Sold.
Note
: Fruit is considered seedless if it
has no more than about 6-8 seeds , but most seedless
fruit has no seeds at all.
Varieties offered vary each growing season
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Navel
Oranges
Large
and Seedless. Big, Beautiful Navels with an explosion
of Sweet, Juicy flavor.
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Pink Grapefruit
The refreshing sweet taste of this all-season citrus is
matched only by the vitamins tucked away under its rosy
skin. As healthy as it is delicious.
We think this is
the best grapefruit you'll ever taste! (Seedless)
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Honeybell
Oranges
(aka Mineola Tangelos)
This inspired hybrid cross between a tangerine
and grapefruit is sweet and juicy with a unique tangy
taste all its own.
Considered the
best of all citrus fruits! (Some
have Seeds)
Available
only in January
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Temple
Oranges
Rich deep color and a taste to match, the
easy to peel Temples are a favorite with citrus
connoisseurs. (Has
Seeds).
Available
only in February
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Many
of our customers buy fruit in quantity,
then repackage it in smaller portions,
which they use as gifts.
Others
simply
put a bow on the carton for an impressive
gift that is always appreciated.
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Murcott Tangerines
The
sweetest tangerine available with a
juicy and distinctively rich flavor. Thin,
easy to peel skins, small to medium size. Just
one may not be enough. (Some
have Seeds)
Offered
for the first time in 2006 in either a 4/5
carton (40 pounds) or in individual bags
(8 pounds)
Available
only in February
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Valencia
Oranges
"King of the juice oranges" and the most
important for flavor to the juice industry. Best
uses are for juice and salads, though many like eating
them so much they don't mind a little challenge in peeling.
"Fresh
Squeezed" it is a palate pleaser anytime. (Seedless)
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Many
of our customers buy fruit in quantity,
then repackage it in smaller portions,
which they use as gifts.
Others simply put a bow on the carton for
an impressive gift that is always
appreciated by friends, family, clients,
or customers.
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Citrus
Hotline
We are
Sorry !
But ...You
missed buying world-class gourmet citrus
fruit for your family and friends at bargain
basement prices !
The prime Florida citrus season ended March 22,
2008.
We only sell the best quality citrus fruits. We'll patiently await the peaks of
the next growing season before we resume our citrus sales. Our
community service, however, continues throughout the entire year.
Citrus sales for the Fall 2008 to Winter 2009 growing season will be posted
here in October 2008. Please log back then !
Order
and Pickup Information
Fruit
pickup is a very popular event among those who know the best parts of
Jenkintown life.
We ONLY sell the freshest
fruit, picked in season and shipped to us overnight for
healthful freshness, and incredible flavor.
Please
order before noon on:
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Pick
up fruit on Saturday,
2:30
PM to 5:00 PM
on:
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Citrus
Fruits available on that date will be:
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November
10, 2007 |
November 18,
2007 |
Navel
Oranges
and
Pink Grapefruit |
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December 15,
2007
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Navel
Oranges
and
Pink Grapefruit |
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Honey
Bell Oranges, Navel Oranges
and
Pink
Grapefruit |
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16, 2008 |
February
23, 2008 |
to be announced
(information never provided) |
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March 15, 2008 |
March 22, 2008 |
to be announced
(information never provided) |
Pricing
Information
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Citrus
fruit is hand packed in cartons containing
4/5 of a bushel of fruit. Each box
contains fruits of approximately the same
size. The number of fruits per box varies
with the size.
Typically, there are
approximately 40 to 44 oranges per carton
and 30 to 36 grapefruits per carton.
Half sized cartons with 2/5 of a bushel of
fruit are also available.
Most people
order a larger carton and then use extra fruit as
a special gift for friends, family, or
business colleagues. Everyone
appreciates a thoughtful gift of healthful,
delicious citrus fruits.
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Fruit
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Carton
Size (bushels)
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Price
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Pink
Grapefruit
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4/5
Carton |
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Pink
Grapefruit
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2/5 Carton
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Navel Oranges
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4/5
Carton
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$29.00 |
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Navel Oranges
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2/5 Carton
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$17.00 |
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Honey Bell
Oranges
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2/5 Bushel in
Extra Large Carton
These
special oranges are so big & juicy that
they just don't fit into a standard size
carton ! |
$23.00
(only
available in January)
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Please
note that due to weather factors beyond our
control, both the types of fruit available
and these discounted prices are subject
to change without prior notice. For exact pricing
or further information during the Citrus Season
call our
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Fruit
will be available for pick up at :
Bryner
Chevrolet
140
Old York Road
Jenkintown,
Pennsylvania
(located in
Jenkintown directly on Old York Road, just north of the
intersection with Township Line Road )
We
buy in bulk, at and pass the savings on to you !
Not
only do we offer the best, gourmet quality citrus
fruit in the region, but our prices are the lower than
those of any other business or organization in
Jenkintown.
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Rotary
Club of Jenkintown