Doral, Fla.-based J&C Tropicals says it will mark its 60th anniversary of delivering fresh, high-quality exotic fruits, roots, and vegetables to consumers across the nation.
Founded in 1965, the family-owned business that started out growing bonaito, a sweetpotato, and now distributes more than 70 tropical fruits, roots and vegetables including mangoes, avocados, guavas, rambutan, chayote, limes, yuca, ginger, boniato, plantains and more.
“Since our father founded the company in 1964, J&C Tropicals has been a pioneer in the tropical produce industry, blending tradition with innovation to bring high-quality products from farms around the world to consumers’ dinner tables,” Adrian Capote, vice president of sales at J&C Tropicals, said in a news release.
The company said it has grown to be a top dragon fruit distributor. J&C Tropicals said its success has been in the role of a tropical produce adviser, helping retailers maximize fresh tropical produce offerings to meet the needs of health-conscious consumers.
“As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we reflect on the hard work, passion, and perseverance that have defined J&C Tropicals for six decades,” said J&C Tropicals CEO Jessie Capote. “Our journey has been shaped by the dedication of our team, the trust of both our farming and retail partners and the loyalty of our customers. We look forward to continuing our mission of delivering exceptional tropical produce to the world while honoring our family values and commitment to excellence.”
The company plans to hold a series of special events and community outreach initiatives and collaborations with its executive chef, Luis del Hoyo. It is encouraging partners to mark the celebration by sharing favorite J&C Tropicals moments using the hashtag #JCTropicals60.
“We take immense pride in the relationships we’ve built — with farmers, retailers, and consumers alike,” said Christian Hosford, vice president of marketing and brand creative director for J&C Tropicals. “Our success is rooted in understanding the evolving needs of the market and delivering tropical produce that excites and inspires with education, tropical nutrition and culinary experiences. We don’t just sell produce — we create culinary experiences that position us best to educate, advise and help retailers grow their tropical produce departments in ways that resonate with today’s health-conscious shoppers.”
