Meet John Clark
Stem and Leaf Mandarins
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John Clark's grandfather and father started their family farm in 1950. Today, John and his wife continue the legacy of growing citrus. John graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, a prominent agriculture school. He uses both his education, and what he learned from his father and grandfather's experience, to sustain a successful farming business. Nestled against the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas in Exeter, John believes there are two elements that have helped contribute to his quality product. The occasional frost, which allows the mandarins to develop their vibrant color, and the heavier, nutrient-rich soil found at the base of the foothills. Clark sums up his passion for farming with this, "Farming isn't always easy but I wouldn't change it for any other occupation. Growing things I love to eat myself makes for a pretty great life." |
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Category: In Your Neighborhood Distance from LA: 180 miles
City: Exeter, California
City: Exeter, California
Product Description
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COMMODITY/VARIETY
Mandarins
Mandarins are a category within specialty citrus. Slightly smaller than oranges, mandarins are usually around 1.5 - 2/5 inches in diameter. Most of John Clark's Mandarin orchards are Satsumas and Murcotts. Satsumas - Usually seedless and known for being extremely sweet with an easy peel. The peel is so easy it is sometimes called "zipper skin." Murcotts - Can have a few or many seeds. Usually better for juicing because of the seed content. Also, not as easy to peel as a Satsuma. Optimum Storage Temperature 45-48 degrees Fahrenheit
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SIZE & GRADE
Stem and Leaf Mandarins
Size - Sporadic sizing YLF Pro Tip |
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