Use
recycled paper and packaging products where ever possible.
Use
reusable plastic juice drums for all single strength juice
products.
Use environmentally safe
products As pesticides
we use fish oil and copper sprays. Our
fertilizers are made from an organic base.
Use
environmentally sensitive water based wax rather than petroleum
based wax.
Use
micro-jet irrigation in most of our groves which allows water to be
applied only to the base of the tree to reduces water usage and water
loss.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
We offer housing for our production employees.
Work closely with Florida Department of Citrus, Citrus Commission,
Water Management Districts, Soil Conservation Association, Indian River Citrus
League, Florida Citrus Packer Association.
Minton Sun has been
strong supporters of agricultural research through I.F.A.S. (Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences) and the
U.S.D.A.
(U.S. Department of Agriculture).
