Melissa’s Ojai Pixie Tangerines Arrive

Grown in the rich soils and unique microclimates of California’s Ojai Valley, Melissa’s Ojai Pixie Tangerines are something special. Ojai is one of the world’s only East-West valleys, so the sun literally shines on the Pixie trees all day, creating the rich flavor consumers say “tastes like sunshine.”  These delicious tangerines are lovingly tended by members of the Ojai Pixie Growers Association, a collection of over 50 family farms that all maintain small to medium-sized groves. Melissa’s is a proud partner with the association since 1999, and we make many trips to Ojai each year to check in on our precious Pixies.

Only one thing can beat the story of the Ojai Pixie, and that is their flavor. Seedless and easy to peel, the Pixie’s high sugar content makes them the season’s sweetest tangerine. This low-acid fruit is satisfyingly juicy, leaving a lingering ambrosial whisper on the tongue that makes everyone eating one want more. The last tangerine of the season harvested, the Pixie doesn’t ripen until March and continues in good supply through May. This season Melissa’s offers Pixies in handy one-pound grab-n-go tote bags, as well as a twenty-five pound bulk case.

About Melissa's/World Variety Produce
Melissa’s is the leading distributor of specialty produce and foods in the United States. The company imports exotic fruits and vegetables from around the world. For more information, visit Melissa’s Web site at www.melissas.com