Orange

Also Known As:  Santra, Narangi

Orange is a popular citrus fruit known for its juicy flesh, refreshing flavour and natural balance of sweetness and tartness. It is commonly enjoyed fresh and is also widely used for juices and other fruit preparations.

Our Oranges are sourced through farming families and agricultural networks associated with Bengaluru, Karnataka, following traditional and indigenous farming practices. The actual farmer, growing area, variety and harvest characteristics may vary depending on the season and availability.

As a fresh agricultural product, oranges naturally vary in size, colour, juiciness, sweetness and acidity.

Benefits of Using

Oranges naturally provide:

• Vitamin C, a naturally occurring nutrient.
• Dietary fibre, particularly when the whole fruit is consumed.
• Folate (vitamin B9).
• Potassium, a naturally occurring mineral.
• Naturally occurring citrus flavonoids and other plant compounds.
• High natural water content, making orange a refreshing fruit.

These are general nutritional characteristics and are not medical claims.

Common Uses

Oranges can be enjoyed in many ways:

• Eaten fresh
• Fresh orange juice
• Fruit salads
• Breakfast fruit
• Smoothies
• Desserts
• Orange-based sauces and dressings
• Cakes and baking
• Marmalade and other traditional preparations
• Added to fruit bowls

The fruit can be peeled and separated into segments for fresh consumption.

Natural Freshness & Shelf Life

Oranges have a natural protective peel that helps protect the juicy flesh inside. However, they gradually change during storage.

Over time, oranges may naturally:

• Lose moisture
• Become slightly softer
• Develop minor skin marks
• Develop a slightly drier peel
• Become less juicy during prolonged storage
• Develop soft or mouldy areas if damaged or stored under unsuitable conditions

The outer peel may show natural marks without necessarily indicating that the edible flesh is spoiled.

Why Orange May Spoil

Oranges can deteriorate due to natural ageing, physical damage, moisture and unsuitable storage conditions.

They may spoil faster when:

• Bruised or damaged
• Exposed to excessive moisture
• Stored in unsuitable temperatures
• Kept for too long
• Damaged fruits are stored together with healthy fruits

We rely on proper harvesting, handling and natural storage practices, rather than chemical preservatives to artificially extend the shelf life of fresh fruit.

Storage

For better freshness:

• Store oranges in a cool, dry place for short-term use.
• Refrigeration can help extend freshness.
• Keep the fruit dry.
• Avoid unnecessary moisture on the peel.
• Handle gently to prevent bruising.
• Remove damaged or mouldy fruits promptly.
• Once peeled or cut, refrigerate in a clean, covered container and consume appropriately.

Natural Variation

Naturally grown oranges may vary in:

• Size
• Shape
• Peel colour
• Peel thickness
• Juiciness
• Sweetness
• Tartness
• Seed quantity
• Segment size
• Aroma

Some oranges may naturally have more seeds or thicker peels than others. Sweetness and acidity can also vary according to variety, maturity, season and growing conditions.

Replacement Policy

Generally, fresh fruits are not eligible for replacement because of normal natural variation or ordinary deterioration after delivery.

Differences in size, shape, peel colour, peel thickness, juiciness, sweetness, tartness and seed characteristics are natural characteristics of oranges.

If there is a genuine quality issue that was already present at the time of delivery, please provide clear photographs and the relevant order details. The matter can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Our Commitment

We aim to provide oranges sourced through farming families and agricultural networks associated with Bengaluru, Karnataka, using traditional and indigenous farming practices.

As with all fresh fruits, oranges naturally vary according to variety, season, soil, weather, maturity, harvesting and storage conditions. We encourage customers to understand these natural characteristics and store the fruit appropriately.

Know the farmer. Know the source. Understand the food. Store it properly. Enjoy it fresh.