Texas has the perfect conditions for growing the sweetest grapefruit. The third largest citrus-producing state in the US, the state's grapefruit industry accounts for about 70% of the 11,000 hectares (27,000 acres) dedicated to growing citrus. Texas grapefruit growers carefully maintain crop quality through precision irrigation techniques, adapting management practices to the unique growing conditions, and extensive research with academic and industry partners. To ensure the best quality and taste possible, Texas grapefruit is tree-ripened and hand-picked only after orchards have begun producing fruit that passes a maturity test.

Perfectly suited to South Texas' sub-tropical climate, fertile soil, and sunny weather, the first plantings of grapefruit can be traced back to the late 1800's. Today, Texas Red Grapefruit's sweet and juicy flavor is known around the world.

Grapefruit comes in many forms and has continued to change over the years. However, our Texas producers specialize in the "Texas Red" grapefruit. Check out the evolution of grapefruit below: