Strengthening Organic Citrus, Strengthening Farming Communities

ODF has provided financing to CITRISON SA de CV, a Mexico-based organic produce aggregator specializing in citrus and juice production while supporting farmers through certification, compliance, and long-term market access. Founded in 1982, CITRISON SA de CV sources organic oranges, grapefruits, lemons, tangerines, and nuts from its shareholder farmers and external producers. Today, the company works with 35 farms across more than 1,770 hectares, with an additional 481 hectares under development.

Here’s the impact CITRISON SA de CV is delivering:

Farmer-Centred Support & Fair Compensation
Citrison operates through a cooperative-like structure that supports farmers with low-cost access to farming inputs, collective export opportunities, and profit-sharing mechanisms while ensuring compliance with organic, Fairtrade, and safety standards.

Worker Safety & Responsible Harvesting Practices
Citrison has implemented procedures to support seasonal and migrant workers, including regulated housing arrangements, health and safety monitoring, PPE provision, and adjusted harvesting schedules to reduce heat exposure linked to climate change.

Certified Organic Production & Compliance
The company holds NOP USDA certification through OTCO and maintains active monitoring systems through dedicated certification and compliance staff who regularly visit farms to ensure adherence to food safety, organic, ethics, and labour standards.

ODF remains committed to supporting companies like CITRISON SA de CV that combine responsible agricultural production with strong farmer relationships, worker protections, and long-term sustainability in global food supply chains.