Issue: 174

August 2024

August is Here!

Every month is a great month for citrus, but here at the Ranch, we love August a little bit extra! This month, we get to celebrate National Lemon Meringue Pie Day, National Lemonade Day, and National Lemon Juice Day! 

Limoneira's Latest

Limoneira takes great pride in collaborating with forward-thinking innovators who are redefining the standards of success in the agri-business industry.

Our collaboration with Bluewhite and New Holland allows us to target the pain points in critical times of the growing season. Together, we are able to sustainably steward the land to provide incredible citrus for the world.

By embracing cutting-edge techniques and pioneering sustainable practices, we are working together to shape the future of agriculture—always looking forward to the next season and the next generation!

Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies

At Limoneira, we are committed to stewarding the land responsibly and sustainably—but that's not all! Limoneira has joined Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies as its newest Ambassador, supporting their program to reduce ship speeds for safer whales, cleaner air, and a quieter ocean.

The program incentivizes shipping companies to voluntarily reduce their speeds along the California coast. Reducing speeds reduces fatal ship strikes to endangered whales, air pollution, regional greenhouse gas emissions, and underwater noise.

"Our commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded in our culture, and we view sustainability as a path towards continued long-term success," said Limoneira President and CEO, Harold Edwards. "We are responsible trustees in the protection and improvement of our environment that align with the goals of the Blue Whales and Blue Skies program."

Sparking Mint Lemonade

Elizabeth (@lemonadeliz) is back with a new lemonade recipe to keep you refreshed as you Catch the Citrus Wave™ all summer long. Celebrate National Lemonade Day this August 20 with this Sparkling Mint Lemonade:

Ingredients:

• 4 mint leaves

• 1 large Limoneira® lemon sliced into 6-8 slices

• ¼ cup sugar

• 1 cup ice

• 2 cups seltzer water

Directions:

1. Put lemon, mint, and sugar into 32 oz. container

2. Muddle together

3. Add ice and seltzer water

4. Mix until evenly distributed 

Limoneira in the Community

The Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley hosted STEM Day on July 12, 2024, and we joined in on the fun! We really 'juiced' up the learning!

Over 300 kids from Santa Paula, Fillmore, and Piru enjoyed lunch, science, and ag demos, and received school supplies donated by local businesses, including us. Our booth, featuring Tom Mayhew, Director of Grower Partner Relations, and Dave Malagon, Agribusiness & Real Estate Coordinator, was a hit as they explained the difference between fresh classic and Meyer lemons, and handed out samples to eager kids. It was an amazing day of fun and learning!

Lemon Meringue Pie

National Lemon Meringue Pie Day is August 15, 2024! Celebrate this deliciously citrus day with this recipe. You will need:

🍋 1 cup white sugar

🍋 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

🍋 3 tablespoons cornstarch

🍋 ¼ teaspoon salt

🍋 1 ½ cups water

🍋 2 Limoneira® lemons, juiced and zested

🍋 2 tablespoons butter

🍋 4 egg yolks, beaten

🍋 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked

🍋 4 egg whites

🍋 1/2 cup white sugar

Directions:

1.  Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (162 degrees C).

2. To make the filling: Whisk 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a medium saucepan; stir in water, Limoneira® lemon juice, and Limoneira® lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Stir in butter.

3. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture.

4. Whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. Bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. Remove from heat; pour filling into baked pastry shell.

5. To make the meringue: Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl with an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

6.   Spread meringue over pie filling, sealing the edges at the crust.

7.   Bake in preheated oven until meringue is golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Thank you to @allrecipes for this delicious pie recipe!

Catch the Citrus Wave™

In the midst of the summer heat, nothing is as refreshing as sipping some cool and delicious lemonade and catching waves, so make sure you Catch the Citrus Wave™.

Our summer packaging showcases our adorable citrus characters having summer fun under the Limoneira sun!

Don't miss out on our CCW giveaways! Check out our social media, particularly our Instagram, @limoneiraco, to see all the fun and exciting prizes you have a chance to win this summer!

Wrapping It Up In Zestful Style!

One of our integral suppliers is Pratt Industries. Pratt Industries provides some of our corrugated packaging. Not only do they deliver exceptional products, but they also adhere to sustainable practices.

Pratt Industries saves 85,000 trees, 35 million gallons of water, and 20 million kWh of electricity daily. By ensuring that all aspects of our supply chain are focused on sustainability, Limoneira can make a significant global impact!

Limoneira MVPs

Beneath our feet, at the very core of our Limoneira orchards, lie our MVPs (Most Valuable Partners)—beneficial soil organisms!

These unsung heroes allow our lemon orchards to thrive thanks to the incredible teamwork between beneficial soil organisms and our trees! These tiny organisms play a huge role in maintaining soil health, ensuring our Climate Smart Lemons™ are as vibrant and juicy as ever. We're dedicated to sustainable growing, honoring the unseen heroes beneath our feet.

National Lemon Juice Day

August 29, 2024 is National Lemon Juice Day! Lemons originated millions of years ago in the Himalayan Mountains. They've evolved a bit since then, and we're able to enjoy them and grow them throughout the world. As you know, the best lemons are grown here at the Ranch. Slice into your favorite Limoneira® lemon this August, squeeze some fresh Limoneira® lemon juice, and enjoy with your favorite recipe!

Winner of the Month

In this wonderful month of June, Skye Lee Ann Stewart-Baker from La Mesa, CA — you are our winner! Congratulations Skye Lee Ann! Thank you for following along with all the Limoneira fun. We have so much more in store next month, so check back in July to see if YOU will be our next winner!