OUR STORY
Hadarei Nitzanim,
How It All Began
Kibbutz Nitzanim: From Heroism to Renewed Growth
After the 1949 War of Independence, Kibbutz Nitzanim received 50 dunams of abandoned citrus orchards and began cultivation. Initially growing Shamouti, Valencia, and Clementine, the orchards expanded over decades with additional varieties for Israeli and international markets. The thriving citrus industry provided livelihoods for kibbutz members and new immigrants. Focus on high-quality varieties suited to the region’s climate and sandy soil ensured Nitzanim’s citrus fruits were highly sought-after for their exceptional quality.
Kibbutz Nitzanim: From Heroism to Renewed Growth
After the 1949 War of Independence, Kibbutz Nitzanim received 50 dunams of abandoned citrus orchards and began cultivation. Initially growing Shamouti, Valencia, and Clementine, the orchards expanded over decades with additional varieties for Israeli and international markets. The thriving citrus industry provided livelihoods for kibbutz members and new immigrants. Focus on high-quality varieties suited to the region’s climate and sandy soil ensured Nitzanim’s citrus fruits were highly sought-after for their exceptional quality.
Kibbutz Nitzanim: From Heroism to Renewed Growth
After the 1949 War of Independence, Kibbutz Nitzanim received 50 dunams of abandoned citrus orchards and began cultivation. Initially growing Shamouti, Valencia, and Clementine, the orchards expanded over decades with additional varieties for Israeli and international markets. The thriving citrus industry provided livelihoods for kibbutz members and new immigrants. Focus on high-quality varieties suited to the region’s climate and sandy soil ensured Nitzanim’s citrus fruits were highly sought-after for their exceptional quality.
The Sorting and Packing Facility
In the 1990s, the dissolution of the Citrus Marketing Board led Hadarei Nitzanim to market its fruit independently. In 1997, it established a packing house, gaining full control over sorting, packaging, and distribution. What started modestly soon became a state-of-the-art center, expanding to pack fruit from neighboring farms. By 1999, the facility was upgraded to meet international standards, ensuring precise sorting, quality packaging, and optimal fruit preservation with advanced machinery and techniques.
The Sorting & Packing Facility
In the 1990s, the dissolution of the Citrus Marketing Board led Hadarei Nitzanim to market its fruit independently. In 1997, it established a packing house, gaining full control over sorting, packaging, and distribution. What started modestly soon became a state-of-the-art center, expanding to pack fruit from neighboring farms. By 1999, the facility was upgraded to meet international standards, ensuring precise sorting, quality packaging, and optimal fruit preservation with advanced machinery and techniques.
The Sorting and Packing Facility
In the 1990s, the dissolution of the Citrus Marketing Board led Hadarei Nitzanim to market its fruit independently. In 1997, it established a packing house, gaining full control over sorting, packaging, and distribution. What started modestly soon became a state-of-the-art center, expanding to pack fruit from neighboring farms. By 1999, the facility was upgraded to meet international standards, ensuring precise sorting, quality packaging, and optimal fruit preservation with advanced machinery and techniques.
The Growth of the
"Hadarei Nitzanim" Brand
Hadarei Nitzanim is a leading company in citrus cultivation, sorting, and packaging, offering over 20 varieties including clementines, lemons, grapefruits, and oranges. It provides tailored solutions for local and international markets and offers services to other growers, reinforcing its position in Israel’s citrus industry. Spanning thousands of dunams near its packing house, the company markets its produce locally under the “Hadarei Nitzanim” brand and internationally under “Granot,” focusing on innovation and uncompromising quality to ensure fresh, high-standard fruits for all markets.
The Growth of the
"Hadarei Nitzanim" Brand
Hadarei Nitzanim is a leading company in citrus cultivation, sorting, and packaging, offering over 20 varieties including clementines, lemons, grapefruits, and oranges. It provides tailored solutions for local and international markets and offers services to other growers, reinforcing its position in Israel’s citrus industry. Spanning thousands of dunams near its packing house, the company markets its produce locally under the “Hadarei Nitzanim” brand and internationally under “Granot,” focusing on innovation and uncompromising quality to ensure fresh, high-standard fruits for all markets.
The Growth of the
"Hadarei Nitzanim" Brand
Hadarei Nitzanim is a leading company in citrus cultivation, sorting, and packaging, offering over 20 varieties including clementines, lemons, grapefruits, and oranges. It provides tailored solutions for local and international markets and offers services to other growers, reinforcing its position in Israel’s citrus industry. Spanning thousands of dunams near its packing house, the company markets its produce locally under the “Hadarei Nitzanim” brand and internationally under “Granot,” focusing on innovation and uncompromising quality to ensure fresh, high-standard fruits for all markets.
THE VISION
We strive to be leaders in the cultivation, sorting, and packaging of citrus fruits at the highest quality.
For us, agriculture is a fundamental value
that connects tradition, innovation,
and a deep bond with the land.
Our goal is to grow citrus fruits that bring
the unique Israeli flavor to every corner of the world.
We are committed to soil preservation,
environmental sustainability, and strengthening the local community and citrus growers in Israel.
Our vision is to provide our customers with freshness, quality, and reliability while remaining a leading company in the citrus industry.