Valley Fig Growers
Food and Beverage ManufacturingCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Valley Fig Growers is a grower-owned cooperative based in Fresno, California, focused on California-grown dried figs. Founded in 1959, it is the largest dried fig handler in North America, with all commercially sold dried figs in the United States produced in the Fresno area and the northern San Joaquin Valley. California accounts for about 10% of global dried fig production. The company markets its products domestically and abroad, offering both industrial and retail lines under brands including Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid, with Blue Ribbon serving food service and industrial customers. Its range includes whole figs, pastes, concentrates, and extruded formats, and its ingredients are used by bakeries, food-service operators, and breweries for diverse applications.